If you want to be a faithful witness, you need to be prepared to have your faith tested. We learn from Acts 7:54-8:1 that Stephen, a man of honor and faithfulness, was tested and ultimately put to death for the message he delivered. Despite the criticism, Stephen saw, appealed to, and trusted Jesus. We are here to suffer and serve the world, NOT to be celebrated by it. Our God is never surprised when we are hated and we shouldn’t be either.