Jesus, the Apostles, and the New Testament — Jesus and the Apostles

The Conversion and Mission of Paul

c. AD 33-67
A Visit With Jesus

The risen Christ called Paul, who carried the gospel throughout the eastern Roman Empire and wrote letters to emerging churches.

Full Account

Paul changed from a persecutor of Christians into a witness to Jesus after an encounter on the road to Damascus. The Jerusalem apostles recognized God's grace in his ministry, and Antioch became a base for missionary work.

Paul and his coworkers planted and strengthened churches across Asia Minor, Macedonia, and Greece. His letters addressed concrete pastoral questions while explaining the gospel, the person and work of Christ, life in the Spirit, and the hope of resurrection.

Historical Significance

Paul's missions expanded the Gentile church, and his letters form the largest single authorial collection within the New Testament.

People, Places and Sources