I. The Pursuit of the Unlikely (Acts 9:1-2)
A. Saul's Opposition
1. Zealous against the Church
2. Intent on persecution
B. God's Initiative
1. Seeking the lost
2. Not deterred by our past
II. The Power of Transformation (Acts 9:3-6)
A. Encounter with Christ
1. The blinding light
2. The voice calling out
B. A New Direction
1. From persecutor to apostle
2. The call to serve
III. The Invitation to Belong (Acts 9:7-9)
A. Acceptance by the Community
1. Ananias' initial fear
2. God's assurance of Saul's purpose
B. Embracing the Family of God
1. No one is beyond redemption
2. Everyone has a place in His family
