Before He Changed
Saul was traveling to what city when Jesus appeared to him?
Damascus
What suddenly flashed around Saul on the road?
A light from heaven.
What was the name of the disciple God called in a vision?
Ananias
What happened when Ananias laid hands on Saul?
He could see.
Why did the disciples in Jerusalem not believe Saul had become a disciple?
Because they knew his past and did not believe he had changed.
What was Saul planning to do in Damascus?
Arrest followers of Jesus (The Way) and bring them to Jerusalem.
What question did Jesus ask Saul?
"Saul, Saul, why do you persecute Me?"
Why was Ananias afraid to visit Saul?
He knew Saul persecuted Christians.
What immediately happened after Saul regained his sight?
He got baptized.
What did Saul's traveling companions experience when he was being spoken to by Jesus?
The heard the sound/voice, but they saw no one.
Saul received letters from the high priest giving him authority over whom?
Christians/believers in Jesus.
How did Saul respond when he heard the voice?
"Who are You, Lord?"
On what street did God tell Ananias to find Saul?
Straight Street.
What did Saul begin doing in the synagogues?
Preaching that Jesus is the son of God.
Why do you think God chose Saul, someone who persecuted Christians, to become one of His greatest missionaries?
Checking understanding of story:
- because God can change anyone
- so people would know God's power is real
- because God forgives.
Not vague answers: "because it was God's plan" or "because God chose him".
What name was used to describe Christians in Acts 9? (hint: if he found any that belonged to...)
"The Way"
What happened to Saul after the encounter with Jesus?
He became blind.
In whose house was Saul staying?
Judas' house.
How did people react when they heard Saul preaching?
They were amazed/surprised.
Who introduced Saul to the apostles when they were afraid of him?
Barnabas
Who gave Saul permission to pursue Christians in Damascus?
The High Priest
How many days did Saul go without sight, food, and water and what was he doing?
Three days and he was praying.
What did God say Saul would become?
God's chosen instrument/vessel to carry His name to the Gentiles, kings, and Israel.
Why did Saul's friends lower him in a basket through the city wall?
People were planning to kill him.
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