An unlikely convert - Acts 9:1-31

This is a sermon by Abraham Overvoorde from the Riverside Church service on 13th October 2024.

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Acts 9:1-31 “An Unlikely Convert”

 

Intro: Great Transformations

 

  • Dreadful Threats

 

  • Saul’s creed and code – His Way

 

 

  • Followers of The Way

 

 

Remember when we are struggling or being persecuted? Even in these situations, Jesus is still with us, loving us and we cannot be separated from him.

 

 

  • Glorious Reality

 

 

  • Seeing the Light

 

 

  • Knowing Jesus is on the Throne – He is in control

 

 

 

  • Transformed Lives

 

  • Transformed Speech – Paul is transformed

 

  • Transformed Trust – The disciples are transformed

 

  • Transformed Lives – Unbelievers are transformed

 

Who are we trusting the Lord to save and are we prepared and willing to step out in faith and speak the gospel to them?

 

 

Memory verse: Acts 9:31

“Then the church throughout Judea, Galilee and Samaria enjoyed a time of peace and was strengthened. Living in the fear of the Lord and encouraged by the Holy Spirit, it increased in numbers.”

 

God has changed the worst of the worst, the chief of sinners and so he can change or situation, he can change us and he can change the ones we love, so don’t give up hope. Trust in the Lord.

Questions to chew over:

  •  Saul’s way was so different to followers of The Way. Read Acts 7:54 – 8:3 to see a glimpse of the gulf between and discuss the difference. Does our “creed and code” shine forth Jesus?
  • In light of Saul’s transformation, how can we know that Jesus is reigning on the throne and in control in our situations and live?
  • How will you let Jesus transform you today? Are we willing to step out in faith for Him?

 

My own questions for later:

 

 

 

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