Acts 7, Part 1

In Stephen's response, as he is questioned by the Sanhedrin regarding accusations of blasphemy, he shows why his accusers "could not stand up against the wisdom the Spirit gave him as he spoke."  (Acts 6:10)   His knowledge of Israel's history and of Scripture support his declaration of faith as he recounts God's interactions in the life of Israel.

He affirms the fullness of God in all His manifestations through his reference to the "God of glory", as his own face reflects that very glory "like the face of an angel". 

In retelling the stories of Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, the twelve patriarchs, Joseph, and Moses; he emphasized God's promises, prophecy,and covenant and showed how Israel rejected those, like Joseph and Moses, who later became their deliverers.

This first part is "To Be Continued....." in the rest of the chapter, when Stephen draws his historical recounting to a close and makes his point.

What a great example to us to ensure that we know Scripture and the truth, and always be able and ready to give an account of it.