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In this installment of the Reacts series, Apostle Timothy Coats unpacks the conversion of Saul in Acts 9, exploring how the encounter on the Damascus road shook the early church and transformed a fierce persecutor into a bold preacher. He breaks down the essential elements of genuine conversion—confession, repentance, belief, and obedience—challenging believers to evaluate whether their lives show true evidence of Christ’s lordship. Apostle Timothy also addresses the relational shifts that accompany radical life change, reminding us that real conversion always transforms us from the inside out.

In this session of our Acts of the Apostles series, Apostle Timothy Coats examines Acts 6:8–15, introducing Stephen as a vital bridge between the ministries of Peter and Paul. He highlights Stephen’s character, undeniable power, and godly courage in the face of false accusations and intense debate. Apostle Timothy reminds us that while persecution disrupted the early church's comfort zone, God used it to propel the Gospel to the nations—encouraging believers today to stand with bold faith and the peace of Christ.

This week in our "Reacts" series, Apostle Timothy Coats examines Acts 5 to reveal five key factors behind the early church’s exponential growth, including a holy foundation of purity and the unstoppable power of the Holy Spirit. He addresses how pure and powerful churches will face cultural pushback, reminding believers that persecution cannot stop what God has started. Apostle Coats concludes, declaring that when a work is truly of God, it cannot be overthrown.