Lesson 24: Saul Sees Better When Blind Flashcards
Where was Saul was travelling to when he encountered God?
Damascus
What was Saul doing to the Christians before his transformation?
Persecuting them.
What was Saul’s new name after the transformation?
Paul
What did Saul do the persecute Christians?
He was the main person who was in instrumental in Stephen’s death. Then he got permission from the high priests to send letters to synagogues at Damascus so that he could bind and bring anyone who invoked Christ to Jerusalem.
How did Saul become blind?
While Saul was approaching Damascus, a light from heaven flashed around him. He fell to the ground and heard a voice saying, “Saul, Saul, why do you persecute me?” He asked, “Who are you, Lord?” The voice replied, “I am Jesus whom you are persecuting. But get up and enter the city, and you will be told what you are to do.” The men with him were speechless and led Saul into Damascus as he was blind.
How long did Saul stay in Damascus while blind?
3 days without food or drink and being blind.
Who did God choose to lay hands on Saul?
Ananias
What was the first reaction of Ananias when God gave him a vision to go to Saul?
He was skeptical about Saul as he was persecuting all the Christians mercilessly.
What did Ananias do to Saul?
He came to the house where Saul was praying and laid his hands on him. The Holy Spirit came on him and something like scales came off his eyes.
What did Saul do after his sight was restored?
He ate and regained his strength. Then, started preaching about Christ as the Messiah, the son of God, in synagogues. Then Saul became Paul and became the apostle of Jesus Christ.
What was the name of the street where Saul was staying?
Straight
What was the name of the owner of the house where Saul stayed?
Judas
Where was Saul originally from?
Tarsus
What did God tell Ananias about Saul when he was doubtful about helping him restore his sight?
God told Ananias that this man is the instrument that he was going to use to spell spread gospel among the Gentiles and Kings before the people of Israel. Jesus would show him how much he would suffer for his name.
What were Christians called at he time of persecution by Saul?
People who belong to the “Way”
