Kicking against the pricks

In Acts 9, we find Saul—a man full of zeal, but going in the wrong direction—brought face to face with the risen Christ on the road to Damascus. In that powerful moment, Jesus asks, “Saul, Saul, why persecutest thou me? It is hard for thee to kick against the pricks.” This sermon explores what it means to resist God’s call, to fight against conviction, and to ignore the gentle prodding of the Holy Spirit.

Are you wrestling with God’s direction for your life? Are there areas where you’ve been “kicking against the pricks,” pushing back against His will? In this message, we’ll uncover how surrender leads to transformation—how Saul became Paul, and how our own obedience can turn resistance into purpose.