We know that with power then there is also a responsibility.
Regardless of whether the power is bestowed by a higher authority or achieved by personal effort, there is always an accountability.
In the 1st reading, we heard about Stephen, who was one of the seven men chosen by the apostles to assist them with the distribution of food in the community.
Stephen was filled with grace and power and began to work miracles and great signs among the people.
But with that God-given grace and power comes along difficulty.
He faced challenges and his opponents plotted against him and had him arrested.
But Stephen stood firm in being responsible and accountable to what God has given him.
Each of us has also been given a unique grace by God.
That grace is to be for God's glory and for the service of others.
May we be responsible and accountable to what God has given us so that we can lead others to God.