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Sharing your personal testimony is one of the most impactful ways to communicate the gospel. Paul’s address in Acts 21:37–22:29 provides a clear model for how to structure a testimony: describing life before Christ, the moment of conversion, and the transformation afterward. This episode explores Paul’s speech and draws principles for crafting an effective personal testimony.

Key Points

1. The Context

Paul was accused of violating Jewish law, leading to a violent mob scene. The Roman commander, mistaking him for a fugitive Egyptian revolutionary, arrested him. Paul’s fluency in Greek and his citizenship from Tarsus (a culturally significant city) granted him permission to address the crowd in Aramaic.

Lesson: Connect with your audience by speaking in a way they understand, both linguistically and culturally.

2. Paul’s Testimony Structure

Paul’s approach offers a simple but powerful three-part framework:

Life Before Conversion

Application: Describe your spiritual state before encountering Christ. Be authentic. Every story—dramatic or ordinary—demonstrates God’s grace.

The Moment of Conversion

Application: Share your pivotal moment of transformation. Highlight the grace of God and the gospel message—Jesus died for our sins and rose again.

Life After Conversion

Application: Describe your life since coming to Christ. Share how God has changed your heart, given you new purpose, and granted the assurance of forgiveness.

Additional Insights

Authenticity Matters: Avoid exaggerations or embellishments. God works powerfully through every genuine story.
The Gospel Focus: Paul’s testimony points clearly to Jesus’ death and resurrection. Always centre your testimony on the grace of God rather than personal achievements.

Practical Tips for Sharing Your Testimony

Be Concise: Respect your listeners' time.
Be Relatable: Use language and examples they understand.
Focus on Jesus: Ensure the gospel is the central message.
Share with Humility: Let God’s grace, not your past, take center stage.

Conclusion

Paul’s testimony reminds us that sharing our story is a powerful tool for witnessing. By following his example—before Christ, moment of conversion, and life after—we can effectively communicate God’s transformative power. Testimonies, no matter how ordinary or extraordinary, point to the same glorious truth: salvation through Jesus Christ.

Action Point:

Prepare your personal testimony using the simple structure modelled by Paul. Practice sharing it authentically and with

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