Paul's Renewal
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· 13 viewsKeeping with the theme, Saul goes through a personal revival in which Ananias held a crucial role. God is maybe calling us to be unashamed in our role in the transformation of others through the power of the Holy Spirit.
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Introduction
Introduction
What are some of the events that have happened so far in the book of Acts?
What are some of the events that have happened so far in the book of Acts?
Matthias replaces Judas
The Holy Spirit fills Jews at Pentecost and thousands are converted to Christ
Apostles are arrested because of jealousy by the high priest and then freed by an angel
Seven deacons are chosen
Stephen is arrested, gives his speech and later stoned
Stephen’s stoning begins a persecution of Christians
Philip preaches in Samaria as a result of persecution
The author’s goal for the book of Acts is found in
But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you. And you will be my witnesses, telling people about me everywhere—in Jerusalem, throughout Judea, in Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.”
We will then see how this continues to be fulfilled as we see today the story of how Saul, later known as Paul, is completely transformed to share the Good News of the living Christ.
First, we begin by looking at the fact that Paul was chosen before it even seemed likely, or even possible to people.
God’s chosen instrument ()
God’s chosen instrument ()
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so that if he found any belonging to the Way, men or women, he might bring them bound to Jerusalem
God’s faithful servant ()
God’s faithful servant ()
God’s dramatic Renewal ()
God’s dramatic Renewal ()
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Conclusion
Summary
Summary
God chose Saul even when it did not seem like it to everyone else. He was God’s “chosen instrument”. ()
God used Ananias to bring about the transformation of Paul even though he could have done so himself.
Lastly, God can transform us to the point where although we may look the same on the outside, there is evidence of complete renovation in our conviction.
Application
Application
Sometimes we may wonder if God has chosen us. To tell you the truth he has chosen all of us to carry out the mission of sharing the message of reconciliation with him to those who do not know it.
When God’s people are in need, be ready to help them. Always be eager to practice hospitality.
Instead, you must worship Christ as Lord of your life. And if someone asks about your hope as a believer, always be ready to explain it.
Remind the believers to submit to the government and its officers. They should be obedient, always ready to do what is good.
Instead, you must worship Christ as Lord of your life. And if someone asks about your hope as a believer, always be ready to explain it.
Not only does he choose us to be his instruments, but we are to be used to transform others just like Ananias.
Lastly, people will know we are different when we have a complete renewal.
That is why we never give up. Though our bodies are dying, our spirits are being renewed every day.
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Instead, let the Spirit renew your thoughts and attitudes.
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Put on your new nature, and be renewed as you learn to know your Creator and become like him.
Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect.