Why Was Stephen's Speech So Long?

By: Mike Mazzalongo     Posted: Sat. Apr 4th
Discussion Questions
  1. How does Stephen's use of Israel's history compare to the way the prophets used it in the Old Testament?
  2. Why was it important for Stephen to show respect for Moses and the Temple before making his accusation?
  3. What does Stephen's speech teach us about the relationship between the Old Testament and the gospel?
Sources
  • Discussion with ChatGPT, "Why Stephen's Speech Was So Long," Sept. 29, 2025
  • F.F. Bruce, The Book of Acts (NICNT, 1988)
  • Craig S. Keener, Acts: An Exegetical Commentary (Baker, 2012)
  • Everett Ferguson, The Church of Christ: A Biblical Ecclesiology for Today (Eerdmans, 1996)
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