Have you ever thought what Paul's life must have been like before and after his conversion on the road to Damascus? Saul of Tarsus was filled with knowledge of the Law and a deep conviction to serve God. His service entailed ridding the world of the followers of Jesus Christ. Then one day his whole world and all he knew to be true, like a rug, was pulled out from under him. A bright, blinding light knocked him from his horse on the Damascus road. He was no doubt stunned and quite shaken at the turn of events. He was confronted by a voice from the light. It was Jesus. Saul became Paul and with sins forgiven followed the Lord's instruction regarding where to go and what to do. His reputation was such that after his conversion Christians were reluctant to interact with him. Once he was able to show them the change that had taken place in his heart and life they embraced him as one of their own. Paul quickly became the great Apostle Paul who planted churches and preached the gospel to all who would listen. What a great story! rk
