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

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Explore 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: Introduction
00:18 Casual Conversations and Office Banter
01:08 Vacation Stories and Road Trips
02:52 Saul's Conversion on the Road to Damascus
20:58 Ananias' Role in Saul's Transformation
25:39 Ananias' Graciousness and Saul's Baptism
27:30 Saul's Early Ministry in Damascus
28:11 Saul's Escape and Spiritual Growth
30:49 Biblical Patterns and God's Sovereignty
33:36 Saul's Introduction to the Disciples in Jerusalem
34:22 Barnabas' Encouragement and Saul's Time in Tarsus
35:13 The Transformation of Saul to Paul
47:06 The Scattering of Christians and the Spread of the Gospel
50:41 Closing Thoughts and Call to Action

Music used in intro: "Hard Answers" by JK Productions