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Then they put these men before the apostles, who prayed and laid their hands[a] on them.

The word of God was continuing to spread. The group of followers in Jerusalem increased, and a great number of the Jewish priests believed and obeyed.

Stephen Is Accused

Stephen was richly blessed by God who gave him the power to do great miracles and signs among the people.

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Footnotes

  1. 6:6 laid their hands The laying on of hands had many purposes, including the giving of a blessing, power, or authority.

They presented these men to the apostles, who prayed(A) and laid their hands on them.(B)

So the word of God spread.(C) The number of disciples in Jerusalem increased rapidly,(D) and a large number of priests became obedient to the faith.

Stephen Seized

Now Stephen, a man full of God’s grace and power, performed great wonders and signs(E) among the people.

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