Acts 22:11
"I said, ‘What shall I do, Lord?’ The Lord said to me, ‘Arise, and go into Damascus. There you will be told about all things which are appointed for you to do.’"
Key Reflection
In Acts 22:11, when Saul (Paul) asks the Lord what he should do, and is directed to go to Damascus for further instructions, this scene encapsulates a pivotal moment in Paul's conversion. For the original audience, familiar with Jewish customs, this narrative highlights the supernatural nature of Paul’s transformation, as traditionally one would seek divine guidance through dreams or visions, not direct verbal commands from God. This account underscores how God personally calls and equips his messengers, even outside conventional prophetic channels.
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From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes