45. Acts 8:1-3, 9:1-30, 11:19-21 | Employed- God Chooses to Employ a Chief Sinner

30/09/2024 53 min
45. Acts 8:1-3, 9:1-30, 11:19-21 | Employed- God Chooses to Employ a Chief Sinner

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Send us a textExplore the dramatic transformation of Saul into Paul in Acts chapters 8, 9, and 11. This episode delves into how Saul, a zealous Pharisee, becomes a cornerstone apostle, impacting the early church's development. The discussion also features an interesting office chat, memorable road trip stories, and insights into the name Ananias and its biblical significance. Join us as we uncover how Paul's experiences and God's consistent plan reshape the spread of the gospel.00:00 The Transformation of Saul: Introduction00:18 Casual Conversations and Office Banter01:08 Vacation Stories and Road Trips02:52 Saul's Conversion on the Road to Damascus20:58 Ananias' Role in Saul's Transformation25:39 Ananias' Graciousness and Saul's Baptism27:30 Saul's Early Ministry in Damascus28:11 Saul's Escape and Spiritual Growth30:49 Biblical Patterns and God's Sovereignty33:36 Saul's Introduction to the Disciples in Jerusalem34:22 Barnabas' Encouragement and Saul's Time in Tarsus35:13 The Transformation of Saul to Paul47:06 The Scattering of Christians and the Spread of the Gospel50:41 Closing Thoughts and Call to ActionMusic used in intro: "Hard Answers" by JK Productions