The Saviour had spoken to Saul through Stephen, whose clear reasoning could not be controverted. The learned Jew had seen the face of the martyr reflecting the light of Christ's glory--appearing as if "it had been the face of an angel." Acts 6:15. He had witnessed Stephen's forbearance toward his enemies and his forgiveness of them. He had also witnessed the fortitude and cheerful resignation of many whom he had caused to be tormented and afflicted. He had seen some yield up even their lives with rejoicing for the sake of their faith.

Frelseren havde talt til Saulus gennem Stefanus, hvis klare bevisførelse ikke kunne bestrides. Den lærde jøde havde på martyrens ansigt set genskinnet af Kristi herlighed, der viste sig ved, at "hans ansigt var som en engels ansigt." Apg 6,15. Han havde været vidne til Stefanus overbærenhed mod sine fjender og til, at han tilgav dem. Han havde også været vidne til styrken og den glade hengivelse hos mange af dem, han havde overgivet til pinsler og lidelser. Nogle havde han endog set med fryd give livet hen for deres tros skyld.