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the early Church

That is, "the Church when it first began."

had a good reputation

This could be translated as, "was thought well of by the people." Some languages might translate this as, "had a good name."

was full of the Holy Spirit and of wisdom

This could also be translated as, "had power and ability from the Holy Spirit and had much wisdom" or, "was full of the Holy Spirit and was very wise."

reasoned persuasively that

That is, "gave convincing reasons why."