True Conversion Produces A New... Story to Tell

Acts 9:21
And all who heard him were amazed and said, 'Is not this the man who made havoc in Jerusalem of those who called upon this name? And has he not come here for this purpose, to bring them bound before the chief priests?'"

What follows true conversion is the fruit of true conversion (James 2:18). One of these fruits in a Christian's life is the yearning, or urge, to tell a story. This story, however, is not about us. It is not about our personal achievements or accomplishments. It is not about our earthly plans and goals. This story is about Jesus, with our story on the side (1 John 5:9).

Saul, before he became known as Paul, persecuted Christians. But when he stopped persecuting them, and people were asking what happened to him (Acts 9:21).

Well, what happened to him? He had a new story to tell. Gone were the days of him working to revive the traditions of Judaism (Galatians 1:13-14). He no longer told that story.

His story was now the gospel (1 Corinthians 15:3-11).

Jesus Christ died for our sins... 1 Corinthians 14:3
He did this because we are incapable of being faithful to God... Romans 3:23
He did this because he loves us... 1 John 4:10

Repent as Paul did, so that we can enjoy life in Christ as Paul did. And tell of His story in your life.

Tomorrow: True Conversion Produces New... Strength to Use.