Every believer carries a story that reflects God’s mercy, but few are as dramatic as the transformation of the Apostle Paul. Once a zealous persecutor of the church, convinced he was serving God by destroying it, Paul became a living testimony of grace. In this message, “The Poster Child,” we follow his candid confession and heartfelt gratitude as he recounts how Christ turned his violence into victory, his hatred into love, and his blindness into sight.

From the darkness of ignorance and unbelief, Paul’s life illustrates mercy greater than sin. He proves that no one is beyond redemption—no past too stained, no heart too hardened. Salvation is not earned by effort or religious devotion but is freely given through the overflowing grace of Christ. That same grace transforms us, calling us to serve, to fight for truth, and to bear witness to the power of faith in a world that resists it.

Paul also issues a sobering warning: those who reject truth risk shipwrecking their faith. His counsel to Timothy resonates through the ages—stand firm in sound doctrine, remain faithful in the battle, and never forget the mercy that rescued you from ruin. For all who belong to Christ, we are His poster children, living testimonies of a grace that knows no limits and overflows into every corner of our lives. How might reflecting on Paul’s transformation inspire you to embrace God’s mercy and walk boldly in His calling?