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Stephen's Final Prayer: The Victory of Dying Grace - Illustration on martyrdom | IllustrateTheWord

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Stephen's Final Prayer: The Victory of Dying Grace

By Joseph S. ExellSource: archive.org210 wordsAI-crafted by ChurchWiseAI

His death reveals four dimensions of Christian triumph: First, Stephen displayed boldness in confession—his enemies could not resist the power radiating from his unwavering testimony before the council.

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martyrdom grace in death intercession for enemies Christ's reflection in believers spiritual victory

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Acts 7:60

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