#256 - Faith vs. Sight: Abraham’s Call and the Challenge to the Sanhedrin - Acts 7.1-16

In this episode of Al Pastor, Pastor Brian walks through Acts 7:1-16, exploring Stephen’s bold sermon before the Sanhedrin. Rather than defending himself against false accusations of blasphemy, Stephen declares the gospel by recounting Israel’s history. He highlights how God has always raised up deliverers—Abraham, Joseph, and ultimately Jesus—yet Israel has consistently rejected them.

The discussion includes insights from Stanley Horton’s Acts commentary and the Zondervan Exegetical Commentary, drawing parallels between Joseph and Jesus, emphasizing that God's promises are fulfilled through faith, not sight. The episode also unpacks Stephen’s strategic use of Abraham’s story, demonstrating that God’s presence is not limited to a temple or land but is revealed through His faithfulness across generations.

Listeners are challenged to reflect: Are we trusting in what we see, or in God's promises? The episode concludes with a preview of the next discussion, focusing on Moses as another rejected deliverer.