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Book of Acts - Chapter 9 - Verse 11

9:11
And the Lord said unto him, Arise, and go into the street which is called Straight, and inquire in the house of Judas for one called Saul, of Tarsus: for, behold, he prayeth,

Meaning

In this verse from the book of Acts, it narrates the story of Saul's conversion to Christianity. Saul, who later became known as the apostle Paul, was a devout Jew who persecuted Christians before his encounter with Jesus on the road to Damascus. In this verse, the Lord instructs Ananias to go to the house of Judas on a street called Straight to find Saul. This encounter is significant because it marks the beginning of Saul's transformation into one of the most influential figures in the early Christian church. The fact that Saul is found praying emphasizes the importance of prayer in his journey towards becoming a follower of Jesus. This verse highlights the power of God to reach even those who seem the least likely to believe and serves as a poignant reminder of the transformative nature of faith.

Theological Overview

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