Your Heavenly Vision

“I did not prove disobedient to the heavenly vision, but kept declaring … that they should repent and turn to God, performing deeds appropriate to repentance.”—Acts 26:19–20 NASB

Saul’s life was changed by a vision. When Jesus appeared to him as he approached Damascus on a mission to persecute Christians, Saul was transformed from a persecutor to the apostle Paul.

To help Paul understand this vision, Jesus sent Ananias so that Paul could understand that he was “a chosen instrument” who would “bear My name before the Gentiles and kings and the sons of Israel” (Acts 9:15). Paul needed to be prepared for difficulties he would face.

Paul never forgot this vision. Wherever he went, its message was a constant reminder of God’s call and his personal ministry.

By focusing on this vision, Paul showed the consistency of his message. He was not motivated by the reactions of people but by his obedience to God. He spent his life fulfilling that call, going wherever God called him to go. By staying faithful to this vision, he had boldness, confidence, and clarity.

This message applies to all who have made Jesus their Lord. All believers, through this relationship, have been given a personal assignment that may include particular places to go and special things to do. We are prepared, trained, and equipped in special ways to accomplish these assignments.

Today, remember God’s call on your life. Do not be disobedient to your “heavenly vision.” Dedicate yourself to finishing your task, running your race, and winning the prize set before you (Hebrews 12:1–2).

Reflection Question: What assignment from God are you working on right now?