1. Actes 9:15 (NEG79)
  2. Explication du texte

What does it mean for Saul to be an instrument of Jesus Christ?

Actes 9:15 (NEG79)

15 Mais le Seigneur lui dit: Va, car cet homme est un instrument que j'ai choisi, pour porter mon nom devant les nations, devant les rois, et devant les fils d'Israël;

The designation of Saul as an instrument of Jesus Christ has some allusions to the Twelve apostles (see Romans 1:1; 1 Corinthians 15:3–11). Paul also refers to himself as a chosen vessel elsewhere (2 Corinthians 4:7).1