Acts 9:1-9

Today Pastor Jack Morris explores the biblical meaning of conversion and how the Holy Spirit works within us to change our thinking, our desires, our emotions, and ultimately the direction of our lives. Whether that transformation comes suddenly or unfolds over time, the result is the same - a life touched by Jesus.

Paul was a man running from God. He was also a man who was convicted by God, and now we see Paul as a man broken by God. And, as Paul opens his eyes after the flash of light, he sees nothing. So, having been blinded, he is led to Damascus by his companions, where he is shut off from the world, and eats and drinks nothing for three days.

Today Pastor Jack Morris takes us to Philippians chapter 3, where Paul describes "the surpassing greatness of knowing Christ Jesus." As we continue Changed by Grace, we're challenged to examine our own hearts and consider the place Jesus truly holds in our lives.

Paul’s anger had eventually turned to violence. So, as Paul is on his way to Damascus, Jesus stops him with a great flash of light. And, as Paul fell to the ground Jesus asks him, “Saul, Saul, why are you persecuting me?” But, before Paul responds, he has a question of his own to ask, in his shock and surprise.

The miraculous conversion of a ‘good’ man, Saul of Tarsus to a born-again man, Paul, the Apostle, is one of the high points of New Testament events. The conversion of Paul seemed highly unlikely, but it’s greatly confirmed when he takes the Gospel of Christ into other nations of the world.