Apostle Paul Conversion

1. Saul’s Persecution of Christians:
– Saul is a zealous Pharisee who is actively persecuting and arresting followers of Jesus.
– He is on his way to Damascus to arrest more Christians when a remarkable event occurs.

2. The Appearance of Jesus:
– On the road to Damascus, Saul is suddenly surrounded by a bright light from heaven.
– He hears the voice of Jesus asking, “Saul, Saul, why are you persecuting me?”

3. Saul’s Conversion:
– Saul falls to the ground, blinded by the light. He realizes that the one he has been persecuting is actually the risen Jesus Christ.
– Saul surrenders to Jesus and asks, “What shall I do, Lord?”

4. Ananias Visits Saul:
– Jesus instructs Saul to go to the city, where he will be told what to do.
– The Lord appears to a disciple named Ananias and tells him to go and pray for Saul, who is now a chosen instrument.

5. Saul’s Baptism and Transformation:
– Ananias finds Saul, lays his hands on him, and Saul regains his sight.
– Saul is then baptized and filled with the Holy Spirit, marking his dramatic conversion from persecutor to follower of Christ.

6. Saul Begins Preaching about Jesus:
– Saul immediately begins proclaiming Jesus as the Son of God, confounding the Jews in Damascus.
– His dramatic transformation from persecutor to passionate advocate for the gospel is a remarkable demonstration of God’s power to change lives.

This event is a pivotal moment in the early history of the Christian church, as the greatest persecutor of Christians becomes one of the most influential apostles and missionaries for the faith.