Who was Saul before his encounter with Jesus?
A man who strongly opposed and persecuted followers of Jesus.
What did Saul do to Christians before his conversion?
He persecuted them, entered their homes, and had men and women arrested.
Where was Saul travelling when he encountered Jesus?
Damascus.
Whose death did Saul approve of?
Stephen’s.
Why was Saul travelling to Damascus?
To find and arrest followers of Jesus.
What is a turning point?
A moment or decision that changes the direction of your life.
What does Saul’s obedience after meeting Jesus teach us?
A turning point requires us to respond to God’s direction.
What does Saul’s story teach us about being confident that we are right?
Being confident does not automatically mean that what we believe or do is right.
Why is Saul’s story an example of genuine change?
His beliefs, direction, and actions changed after encountering Jesus.
What was the ultimate turning point in Saul’s life?
His encounter with Jesus on the road to Damascus.
What does 2 Corinthians 5:17 teach about someone who is in Christ?
The person is a new creation; the old has passed away and the new has come.
How can peer pressure become dangerous?
It can influence us to make wrong choices just because we want acceptance from others.
Why is choosing your friends carefully important?
Friends can influence your choices, values, habits, and direction.
What should you do when you discover that something you believed was right is actually wrong?
Admit it, seek God’s truth, change your behaviour, and choose what is right.
Why is simply feeling sorry not enough for genuine change?
Genuine repentance should lead to a change in our choices and actions.
If a group chat constantly encourages gossip, bullying, or dishonesty, what could your turning point look like?
Stop participating, leave the group if necessary, and seek help from a trusted adult.
Does becoming a Christian mean you will never make another mistake?
No. It means continuing to turn to Jesus, learning from mistakes, and growing in obedience.
Why should Saul's past not be allowed to define his future?
Because God’s grace gave him forgiveness, a new beginning, and a new direction.
What is the difference between making an excuse and admitting you are wrong?
An excuse avoids responsibility, while admitting you are wrong accepts responsibility and opens the way for change.
How can social media influence your choices?
The people, content, and communities we follow can influence our thinking, attitudes, and behaviour.
“So ______ to me and be ______ and helped, everyone, whoever and wherever you are. I am ______, the only God there is, the one and only.”
(Isaiah 45:22, MSG)
“So turn to me and be saved and helped, everyone, whoever and wherever you are. I am God, the only God there is, the one and only.”
Why is accountability helpful when trying to break a bad habit?
A trustworthy person can encourage us, guide us, pray with us, and help us remain committed to change.
What should you do if your friends constantly pressure you to do something you know is wrong?
Set boundaries, refuse to participate, seek support, and reconsider those influences.
What are the four steps in “Your Ultimate Turn”?
Be honest, turn to Jesus, act on it, and get support.
Saul thought he was right while hurting others. What warning does this give us?
We should examine our choices according to God’s truth rather than assuming our opinions are always correct.