In a striking reversal, the persecutor became the persecuted, displaying the Gospel’s power. Only the risen Christ could turn an enemy into an ambassador. 

Saul’s Conversion
• The Gospel confronts and consoles.

Saul’s Community
• The Gospel changes and challenges.

Saul’s Commission
• The Gospel compels and confounds.

Takeaways: “For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for
salvation to everyone who believes” –Romans 1:16a