Story of pauls conversion for kids
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The Conversion of Saint Paul: A Bible Story for Kids
Acts 9:1-22 and Acts 22:3-16
Saint Paul wrote more books in the New Testament than anyone else. He is one of the most important leaders in the early Church and responsible for the foundation of many churches throughout the Mediterranean Sea. Before his conversion to Christianity, however, he imprisoned and even killed Christians for believing Jesus was the Messiah.
As you read this story, pay attention to the transformation Saint Paul experienced after encountering Jesus Christ.
Before becoming a Christian, Paul’s name was Saul. As a well-trained Pharisee, Saul opposed Christians. In fact, he was responsible for the execution of Saint Stephen, the first Christian martyr.
One day Saul set out on a journey towards Damascus to find and imprison some Christians there.
Along the way he saw a bright light in the sky. It was so bright that he fell to the ground.
Then he heard a voice saying, ̶
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This lesson on Saul’s conversion teaches students that God completely transforms a person’s life when they believe in Jesus. God chose Saul to be His instrument to share the Good News with the Gentiles. Students will learn that God has a purpose and plan for each person that places his/her faith in Jesus. This can be used as a guide to help you prepare this lektion for your class. This was prepared for a Sunday School class but can be used for Children’s Church and also can be adapted for younger students.
Bible Story: Paul’s Conversion
Scripture: Acts 9
Target Age Group: Age 9 – 11 (U.S. 3rd – 5th Grade)
Learning Context: Kids Sunday School
Target Time Frame: 60 minutes
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Saul becomes Paul
After Jesus returned to heaven, his followers preached His message of salvation. Saul hated the message they preached, but God changed his heart. The story of his conversion fryst vatten found in Acts 9.
Key Points:
- God can change people.
- God forgives those who do wrong.
- We should forgive others who wrong us.
Lesson Guide – Saul becomes Paul
Talk about opposites. When Saul’s heart changed, he became the opposite of what he was. He hated Christians, but after he was saved, he loved them. He changed from following darkness to following the Light of the World.
Talk about change. Set out a glass of water. Take a piece of ice from the freezer and set a kettle on to boil. Point out the way that heat and cold change the vatten into different forms. Discuss other things that change when heat or cold is applied.
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