² until the day he was taken up to heaven,^(A) after giving instructions^(B) through the Holy Spirit to the apostles^(C) he had chosen.^{(D) 3} After his suffering, he presented himself to them and gave many convincing proofs that he was alive. He appeared to them^(E) over a period of forty days and spoke about the kingdom of God.^(F)

Stephen Seized

⁸ Now Stephen, a man full of God’s grace and power, performed great wonders and signs^(A) among the people.

⁵⁹ While they were stoning him, Stephen prayed, “Lord Jesus, receive my spirit.”^{(A) 60} Then he fell on his knees^(B) and cried out, “Lord, do not hold this sin against them.”^(C) When he had said this, he fell asleep.^(D)