The Power of Conversion

Conversion is a seismic commitment to putting off the old self and turning toward Christ. It involves dying to the false self and embracing the new self oriented toward the light of Christ. The story of Bartimaeus, the blind beggar, exemplifies the process of conversion from spiritual blindness to a new way of seeing through the lens of Christ. Pride and ego are obstacles that need to be overcome in the conversion process. The Church plays a vital role in facilitating conversion through the Word of God, the sacraments, and the community. Converts bring unique zeal and enthusiasm to the faith and live as witnesses to others.