Easter Study: Acts 9:1-17
April 24, 2024 • Pastor Gjerde • Acts 9:1–17
Word at the Middle of the Week
April 24, 2024
Zion Lutheran Church - Wausau, WI (LCMC)
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Art: "Conversion on the Way to Damascus" by Caravaggio (1601 A.D.)
After giving an introduction to the events leading up to Acts 9, Pastor Gjerde shares with us some reflections on Acts 9:1-17, another post-resurrection (and ascension!) appearance of Jesus Christ to Saul/Paul on the road to Damascus. What does Saul learn about the Church through this encounter with the risen Lord? How connected is the Lord to His body, the Church, and why does that matter? Why and how does Jesus involved the greater Church in every conversion? What role does suffering play in the conversion of Paul and the ongoing mission of the Church? And like Ananias, how does the Church continue to lead converts deeper into the faith we believe, teach, and confess? How do people, generally speaking, come to faith in Jesus Christ?