The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 330: Saul's Conversion (2024)
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Nov 25, 2024 Discover the incredible story of Saul’s transformation on the road to Damascus. Explore how Jesus's healing through Ananias illustrates the Church’s role in miraculous works. Dive into the importance of mutual suffering for those who belong to the Lord, and see how the Gospel thrives through family bonds and friendships. Fr. Mike emphasizes the essence of community in faith, urging listeners to cultivate personal connections to spread God's love more effectively.
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Saul's Conversion
- Saul was going to Damascus to persecute Christians when Jesus appeared to him.
- Jesus identified himself with the persecuted church, saying, "Why do you persecute me?"
Jesus Works Through the Church
- Jesus worked through Ananias to heal Saul's blindness.
- This shows Jesus' power working through the Church, just as he worked through the incarnation.
Suffering for Christ
- Jesus told Ananias that Saul was chosen and would suffer for Jesus' name.
- If we belong to the Lord, we will also participate in his suffering.