Church of the City New York

The Fifth Act | The Conversion of Saul - Tim Brown

Jun 30, 2025
Tim Brown, a passionate pastor at Church of the City New York, dives deep into the powerful conversion of Saul. He explores Saul's dramatic transformation from a persecutor of Christians to a devoted apostle through his encounter with Jesus on the road to Damascus. The discussion delves into the importance of personal journeys of faith and the dangers of creating a God that fits our ideals. Brown emphasizes divine intervention, community support, and the pivotal role of the Holy Spirit in facilitating real transformation.
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INSIGHT

Real God versus Constructed God

  • A constructed God is limited and can't truly help or transform us.
  • True God challenges us, revealing truth we might resist, which shows His reality and power.
INSIGHT

Dependence Follows Spiritual Blindness

  • Saul's blindness symbolizes spiritual blindness and creates space for reflection.
  • Dependence on God begins when human ego and self-sufficiency break down.
ADVICE

Embrace Dependence on God

  • When life circumstances unravel your identity, embrace dependence on God.
  • God's goads humble us to reveal our need for a savior and lead to rest.
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