Acts 6:8
And Stephen, full of faith and power, did great wonders and miracles among the people.
Original Language Analysis
πίστεως
of faith
G4102
πίστεως
of faith
Strong's:
G4102
Word #:
4 of 14
persuasion, i.e., credence; moral conviction (of religious truth, or the truthfulness of god or a religious teacher), especially reliance upon christ
καὶ
and
G2532
καὶ
and
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
5 of 14
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
δυνάμεως
power
G1411
δυνάμεως
power
Strong's:
G1411
Word #:
6 of 14
force (literally or figuratively); specially, miraculous power (usually by implication, a miracle itself)
ἐποίει
did
G4160
ἐποίει
did
Strong's:
G4160
Word #:
7 of 14
to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
καὶ
and
G2532
καὶ
and
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
9 of 14
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
σημεῖα
miracles
G4592
σημεῖα
miracles
Strong's:
G4592
Word #:
10 of 14
an indication, especially ceremonially or supernaturally
μεγάλα
great
G3173
μεγάλα
great
Strong's:
G3173
Word #:
11 of 14
big (literally or figuratively, in a very wide application)
Cross References
Acts 6:5And the saying pleased the whole multitude: and they chose Stephen, a man full of faith and of the Holy Ghost, and Philip, and Prochorus, and Nicanor, and Timon, and Parmenas, and Nicolas a proselyte of Antioch:Acts 7:55But he, being full of the Holy Ghost, looked up stedfastly into heaven, and saw the glory of God, and Jesus standing on the right hand of God,Acts 6:3Wherefore, brethren, look ye out among you seven men of honest report, full of the Holy Ghost and wisdom, whom we may appoint over this business.Acts 6:10And they were not able to resist the wisdom and the spirit by which he spake.Acts 6:15And all that sat in the council, looking stedfastly on him, saw his face as it had been the face of an angel.1 Timothy 3:13For they that have used the office of a deacon well purchase to themselves a good degree, and great boldness in the faith which is in Christ Jesus.Acts 8:6And the people with one accord gave heed unto those things which Philip spake, hearing and seeing the miracles which he did.Ephesians 4:11And he gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers;John 4:48Then said Jesus unto him, Except ye see signs and wonders, ye will not believe.
Historical Context
Stephen's ministry extended beyond table-serving to powerful public testimony, particularly in Hellenistic synagogues (Acts 6:9). His miracles paralleled apostolic signs, suggesting Spirit gifts weren't limited to the Twelve.
Questions for Reflection
- How does faith relate to spiritual power in Christian ministry?
- What role do signs and wonders play in authenticating the gospel message?
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Analysis & Commentary
Stephen's description as 'full of faith and power' connects spiritual depth with effective ministry—faith precedes and enables powerful works. The 'great wonders and miracles' authenticated his message, showing that God confirms faithful servants with supernatural signs when needed for gospel advance.