From Threatening to Trembling

Saul’s encounter with Jesus transformed him from a man breathing threats to a man trembling in awe before the Lord. This shift reminds us that true change begins with humility. Saul, who once dragged others into captivity, now found himself helpless, blind, and dependent on others to lead him. Sometimes God allows us to be “blinded” to remove our illusions of control and force us to lean on Him.

We, too, may be confident in our own strength, but an encounter with Jesus brings us to our knees. In this place of surrender, God begins the real work of transformation. Saul’s trembling was not weakness but the beginning of wisdom. Fear of the Lord leads to reverence, worship, and a new way of living.
 
Scripture:
Proverbs 9:10 - The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, And the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.
 
Application:
Identify an area in your life where you’ve been relying on your own strength. Pray specifically for God to help you trust Him instead of yourself.
 
Prayer:
Father, humble my heart before You. Teach me to tremble not in fear of punishment but in reverence of Your holiness. Help me depend on You fully, knowing that in my weakness, You are strong.