Sermon Tone Analysis

I. Introduction

Today we have come to the ending of our series dubbed “Encounters with the Risen Jesus.”

I pray that it has been informative, uplifting, and edifying to the body of Christ as it helps to solidify our faith in the risen Jesus as revealed in God’s Word.

I think this last one is especially relevant in our day and time as it reminds us of the presence and power of our Lord Jesus Christ to graciously bestow salvation on whomever God has chosen to work through in His divine plan to save mankind from sin.

Today we dive into the powerful conversion and calling of Saul of Tarsus in Acts 9:1-22, one of early Christianity’s most fierce persecutors.

II.

Saul’s mission against “the Way” (Acts 9:1-2)

A. Saul consented to Stephen’s death (Acts 7:58; 8:1)

B. Saul ravaged the church (Acts 8:3)

III.

Saul Encounters the Risen Jesus! (Acts 9:3-9)

BDAG Definition of goad: a pointed stick that serves the same purpose as a whip.

IV.

Ananias Encounters the Risen Jesus! (Acts 9:10-16)

V. Ananias meets with Saul (Acts 9:17-19)

VI.

Saul joins in on Jesus’ mission (Acts 9:20-22)

VII.

Three Implications of Saul’s and Ananias’ Encounter with the Risen Jesus!

A. Christ’s mission involves saving sinners.

B. Believers must continue to follow and trust and not resist the Lord’s will being ready to disciple those that the risen Jesus saves.

C. All who have encountered Jesus are compelled to witness about Him just as Saul did.