“And Stephen, full of faith and power, did great wonders and miracles among the people.”
Now Stephen, a man full of God's grace and power, performed great wonders and signs among the people - Stephen is characterized as 'full of God's grace and power' (plērēs charitos kai dynameōs), the same formula used of Jesus (Luke 4:14). Although Stephen is chosen for table service, he operates with apostolic authority: 'great wonders and signs' (terata kai sēmeia megala). His role transcends his assignment; grace and power overflow administrative boundaries.
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