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How do we know the Holy Spirit empowers believers?

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Believers receive empowerment from the Holy Spirit to testify boldly about Christ, as seen in Stephen's life.

The empowerment of the Holy Spirit is a foundational doctrine for believers as evidenced in both Scripture and the lives of faithful witnesses like Stephen. Acts 1:8 affirms this promise of empowerment: 'But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me.' In Stephen’s case, we observe him performing great wonders and demonstrating profound wisdom in the face of adversity, signifying that the Holy Spirit indeed equips those who belong to Christ to proclaim His truth. This sustaining power allows Christians to maintain their testimony even under persecution, as seen in Stephen's final words and his vision of Christ.
Scripture References: Acts 1:8, Acts 6:8, Acts 7:55-56

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They disputed with Stephen
Angus Fisher · Dec 17, 2017
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Joshua

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