Paul (Saul of Tarsus)

The Apostle to the Gentiles, Transformed by Grace

Name Information

Paul, formerly known as Saul of Tarsus, was a zealous Pharisee and fierce persecutor of Christians. But after encountering the risen Christ on the road to Damascus, he became the greatest missionary of the early church. Paul wrote much of the New Testament, planted churches across the Roman world, and proclaimed the Gospel boldly despite immense suffering. His life displays God’s power to redeem and use even the most unlikely people.

c. AD 5–67

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Story

Zealous for the Law, Saul ravaged the early church (Acts 8:3).

On the road to Damascus, Jesus appeared to him in glory, blinding him.

Ananias was sent to heal him and baptize him; Paul began preaching immediately.

Faced opposition from Jews and Gentiles alike but did not shrink back.

Embarked on three major missionary journeys and a fourth journey to Rome.

Wrote epistles like Romans, Corinthians, Galatians, Ephesians, Philippians, and more.

Spent his final years under house arrest and was eventually executed in Rome.

Spiritual Significance

Christ Connection

Paul’s life and writings proclaim Jesus as the crucified and risen Savior.

His theology exalts Christ as the head of the church and the only way to salvation.

He bore in his body the marks of Christ and poured out his life to make Him known.

Through Paul, the Gospel was clarified and spread across the Gentile world — fulfilling Jesus' Great Commission.

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