They could not withstand the wisdom and the Spirit

„Stephen, filled with grace and power, was working great wonders and signs among the people. Certain members of the so-called Synagogue of Freedmen, Cyreneans, and Alexandrians, and people from Cilicia and Asia, came forward and debated with Stephen, but they could not withstand the wisdom and the Spirit with which he spoke.” (ACTS 6: 8-10)

We are God’s beloved children, and when we are sent on a mission, we can always expect His support and help. Stephen „was working great wonders and signs among the people” as a result of being „filled with grace and power,” rather than his own devotion.

„One does not live on bread alone but on every word that comes forth from the mouth of God.” (Gospel Acclamation)