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Saul's Conversion - A Life Transformed by Faith

Explore the powerful conversion of Saul in Acts 9 as he becomes an apostle of Jesus Christ. Discover the significance of Saul's vision and his journey to Damascus, culminating in his baptism and reception of the Holy Spirit. Reflect on the themes of humility, service, and suffering in service of the Lord.

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Saul's Conversion - A Life Transformed by Faith

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  1. The Acts of the Apostles Acts 9 – The Conversion Of Saul Read 1 Timothy 1:12-16 Sunday – March 5, 2017 Many of the slides used in this presentation are prepared by Joe Price and are used and adapted with his permission.

  2. Jesus and Saul • Appearance • Acts 9:3-9 • -Visible and audible, 9:3-5, 7 • -Self-examine and ID, 9:4-5 • -Saul believes, 9:6 • -Command, 9:6-9

  3. Saul in Damascus Acts 9:10-19 • Ananias, 9:10-16 (22:12) • His faith tested, 9:10, 13-14 • When he went to Saul … • Sight restored, 9:12, 17-18 • Baptized, 9:18; 22:14-16 • Holy Spirit received, 9:17 • Apostle, 9:15-16; 22:14-15; 26:16 (1 Corinthians 15:8-9) • Chosen vessel, 2 Corinthians 4:7 • Bear Christ’s name and marks, Galatians 6:17 • Learn humility in service and suffering for the Lord

  4. Why The Vision? • Not to save him. • To learn what to do in the city. Acts 9:6 • Still lost after the vision. Acts 9:7-9 • Saul saw the vision and heard the voice of Christ to qualify him to be an apostle. Acts 22:14-15; 26:16-18; 1 Corinthians 9:1 • We need not expect these in our case!

  5. Saul in Damascus Acts 9:10-19 • Saul was saved when he fully obeyed, 9:6 • Saul was not saved on the road to Damascus! • Repentant believer, 9:9 • Praying, 9:11 (cf. 22:16) • When baptized, sins were washed away, 9:18; 22:16 • “Why are you waiting?” 22:16

  6. Saul’s Conversion • Believed that Jesus is the Christ. Acts 9:4-5 • Jesus did not speak “Peace” to him. Why? • Emphasis on “Must.” Acts 9:6 • Repentance – Miserable for three days. Acts 9:9 • Preacher sent. Acts 9:10-11 • Taught what to do. Acts 22:16 • Baptized, his agony passed away. Acts 9:18-19

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