United Church, Atlanta, GA
God's Unlikely Choice
Acts is a book of renewal, calling us back to a church devoted to prayer, bold in evangelism, and united to Jesus. Join us as we continue The Jesus Revolution series.
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United Church
1775 Water Pl SE, Atlanta, GA 30339, USA
Sunday 10:00 AM
INTRODUCTION
Imagine a truly unexpected transformation. Not just a minor change, but a complete, head-spinning reversal that defies all logic. This is the story of Saul, a man whose life was radically changed by an encounter with Jesus.
Imagine a truly unexpected transformation. Not just a minor change, but a complete, head-spinning reversal that defies all logic. This is the story of Saul, a man whose life was radically changed by an encounter with Jesus.
THE CONFRONTATION (ACTS 9:1-6A):
Key Point: Saul's past was defined by aggressive opposition to Jesus, but divine intervention changed everything.
This encounter was _______________ and _______________, challenging everything Saul thought he knew.
Key Point: Saul's past was defined by aggressive opposition to Jesus, but divine intervention changed everything.
This encounter was _______________ and _______________, challenging everything Saul thought he knew.
THE CONVICTION (ACTS 9:6b-9):
He was physically _______________, symbolising his spiritual _______________.
Key Point: Saul's physical blindness mirrored his spiritual blindness, preparing him to truly see for the first time.
For three days, Saul was in _______________, neither eating nor drinking, as he confronted the reality of who he was.
He was physically _______________, symbolising his spiritual _______________.
Key Point: Saul's physical blindness mirrored his spiritual blindness, preparing him to truly see for the first time.
For three days, Saul was in _______________, neither eating nor drinking, as he confronted the reality of who he was.
THE COMMISSION (Acts 9:10-19a):
God called Ananias to go to Saul, despite his fear. Ananias laid hands on Saul, and something like scales fell from his eyes.
Key Point: Saul's transformation was not just about forgiveness but about being repurposed for God's mission.
Saul's past was not just _______________, but _______________ into a powerful testimony.
God called Ananias to go to Saul, despite his fear. Ananias laid hands on Saul, and something like scales fell from his eyes.
Key Point: Saul's transformation was not just about forgiveness but about being repurposed for God's mission.
Saul's past was not just _______________, but _______________ into a powerful testimony.
CONCLUSION & CALL TO ACTION
We've seen today how encountering Jesus redeems your past and redefines your future. Saul's story challenges us to consider:
1. Has your encounter with Jesus truly redeemed your past and begun to redefine your future?
2. Are you living out the unique purpose Jesus has for your life?
Key Point: Jesus offers a new identity and purpose, inviting us to release old labels and embrace His calling.
We've seen today how encountering Jesus redeems your past and redefines your future. Saul's story challenges us to consider:
1. Has your encounter with Jesus truly redeemed your past and begun to redefine your future?
2. Are you living out the unique purpose Jesus has for your life?
Key Point: Jesus offers a new identity and purpose, inviting us to release old labels and embrace His calling.
REFLECTION QUESTIONS
How can you allow Jesus to transform areas of your life that need change?
What steps can you take to embrace the new identity and purpose Jesus offers?
How can you allow Jesus to transform areas of your life that need change?
What steps can you take to embrace the new identity and purpose Jesus offers?
PRAYER
Heavenly Father, thank You for the incredible power of transformation that comes through encountering Jesus. Help us to embrace the new identity and purpose You offer, and guide us as we seek to live out Your calling in our lives. Amen.
Heavenly Father, thank You for the incredible power of transformation that comes through encountering Jesus. Help us to embrace the new identity and purpose You offer, and guide us as we seek to live out Your calling in our lives. Amen.
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