[Intro – Powerful male baritone] And Saul was consenting Unto his death. And at that time There was a great persecution Against the assembly Which was at Jerusalem. [Verse 1] And they were all scattered abroad Throughout the regions Of Judea and Samaria, Except the apostles. And devout men Carried Stephen to his burial, And made great lamentation Over him. [Verse 2] As for Saul, He made havock of the assembly, Entering into every house, And haling men and women Committed them to prison. [Chorus – Thunderous male harmonies] Therefore they that were scattered abroad Went everywhere preaching the word! Therefore they that were scattered abroad Went everywhere preaching the word! [Verse 3] Then Philip went down To the city of Samaria, And preached Messiah Unto them. And the people with one accord Gave heed unto those things Which Philip spoke, Hearing and seeing The miracles which he did. [Bridge – Driving percussion and horns] For unclean spirits, Crying with loud voice, Came out of many That were possessed with them. And many taken with palsies, And that were lame, Were healed. [Final Chorus – Explosive male ensemble] Therefore they that were scattered abroad Went everywhere preaching the word! And there was great joy In that city! [Outro – Strong sung conclusion] And many taken with palsies, And that were lame, Were healed.
