Conversations, Day 1

Scripture: 
Acts 9:1-6 -"Meanwhile, Saul was still breathing out murderous threats against the Lord’s disciples. He went to the high priest and asked him for letters to the synagogues in Damascus, so that if he found any there who belonged to the Way, whether men or women, he might take them as prisoners to Jerusalem. As he neared Damascus on his journey, suddenly a light from heaven flashed around him. He fell to the ground and heard a voice say to him, 'Saul, Saul, why do you persecute me?' 'Who are you, Lord?' Saul asked. 'I am Jesus, whom you are persecuting,' he replied. 'Now get up and go into the city, and you will be told what you must do.'"

From the Sermon:
"Paul was a man of conversation, his story woven through bold, powerful, challenging, and convicting dialogues. His encounter with Jesus dramatically changed his direction and future conversations for the better."

Reflection:
Consider moments in your life where an encounter with Jesus transformed your conversations. How has your understanding of Jesus influenced the way you communicate with others?

Scripture Meditation:
Read Acts 9:1-6 again and reflect on the profound impact of Paul's conversation with Jesus.

Reflection Questions:
How has encountering Jesus influenced your conversations?
In what ways can you bring the influence of Jesus into your daily interactions?

Closing Prayer:
Heavenly Father, thank You for the transformative power of encountering Jesus. Help us, like Paul, to let our conversations be shaped by the influence of Your Son. Guide us to communicate with grace, love, and purpose. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.