When You Met Jesus

“As I was journeying to Damascus … I saw on the way a light from heaven, brighter than the sun, shining all around me and those who were journeying with me. And when we had all fallen to the ground, I heard a voice.”—Acts 26:12–14 NASB

Many years later, as he spoke to King Agrippa, Paul perfectly remembered the moment he met Jesus. He remembered every word. He had told his testimony before, but his enthusiasm for the story never seemed to waver.

He remembered how Jesus knew him personally and called him by name, “Saul, Saul.” He identified Himself by name: “I am Jesus whom you are persecuting.” He told Saul (later Paul) about the mission to which he had been called: “Get up and stand on your feet.” He revealed he had a special appointment and would be “a witness not only to the things in which you have seen Me, but also to the things in which I will appear to you” (vs. 14–16).

He was sending Paul to both Jews and Gentiles and called him “to open their eyes so that they may turn from darkness to light and from the power of Satan to God” (v. 18). He was to announce that Jesus could provide forgiveness of sins and all who were saved would be given an inheritance.

How clearly do you remember the day you met Jesus? Look back and think about what He has done for you. What have you learned? What has He spoken to you and revealed to you? How have you changed? Where is He leading you?

Be ready to share your testimony with others. Share from your heart about Jesus and what He means to you.

Reflection Question: Write a summary of your salvation story.