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READ: 1 Corinthians 15:3-11
LISTEN: 1 Corinthians 15

Then he appeared to James, then to all the apostles, and last of all he appeared to me also, as to one abnormally born. 1 Corinthians 15:7-8

If there was anyone dead set on stopping the Jesus movement, it was Paul (Saul) of Tarshish. Paul was a vehement hater of Christians and stopped at nothing to squash their growing movement. That is until Paul encounters the resurrected Christ in Acts 9. Jesus reveals himself to Paul, and Paul’s life is never the same. Paul transforms from a passionate persecutor of the church ready to kill Christians to an enthusiastic witness ready to give his life in service to Christ. The resurrection was at the heart of Paul’s transformation.

The sort of change that took place in Paul’s life is the type of change God wants to do in our hearts. Just as Jesus radically transformed Paul’s heart and habits, so Jesus can do the same in our lives. Granted, though Paul was saved and radically transformed in an instant, the formation of his character was also an ongoing process that took time and discipline. The same will be true for us. Like Paul, we must learn to apply the truths of the gospel to daily life and discipline ourselves for godliness. Jesus has accomplished everything we need for our salvation and growth in godliness. We must now learn to trust him daily and walk in his ways.

TODAY: Consider someone you could invite to church for our upcoming series, “You Asked for It.” In the opening message, Pastor Aaron Buer will tackle the question, “How do I overcome a habitual sin?” Plan to join us as we engage this important topic. Find service times and locations HERE.