Abel the Righteous (Rev. Dr. Stephen N. Gapson)

Abel the Righteous (Rev. Dr. Stephen N. Gapson)

From Apostle Sydney Quaye by Apostle Sydney Quaye

April 16, 2026 · 51 min · Episode 286

About this episode

Rev. Dr. Stephen N. Gapson discusses the righteousness of Abel as a reflection of faith and obedience to God.

Preached by Apostle Sydney Quaye, the Global Lead Pastor of Shekinah Avenue Church. In “Abel the Righteous,” Rev. Dr. Stephen teaches from Genesis and Hebrews that Abel is called righteous not because of works alone, but because of faith expressed through his offering. Abel understood God’s way and approached Him with a sacrifice that aligned with divine instruction, showing that righteousness is revealed through faith, obedience, and right understanding of God. His offering spoke of relationship and revelation, not mere ritual, and God testified of his righteousness because of it. He explains that Abel’s life demonstrates that righteousness is not about human effort or comparison, but about responding correctly to God’s revelation. Even after his death, Abel’s faith continues to speak, showing that a life lived in righteousness leaves a lasting impact. This message challenges believers to move beyond surface-level religion and live by faith—approaching God rightly, offering their lives in obedience, and becoming people whose lives speak righteousness before God and men.

People in this episode

Host: Apostle Sydney Quaye

Guest: Rev. Dr. Stephen N. Gapson

Topics covered

  • faith
  • righteousness
  • sacrifice
  • obedience
  • relationship with God
  • spirituality

Keywords

  • Abel
  • righteousness
  • faith
  • sacrifice
  • obedience
  • Genesis
  • Hebrews
  • spirituality

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Abel the Righteous, Genesis, Hebrews

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