Saint Paul's conversion: in weakness we are thus strong

"Hear the signs of true believers--
Satan cast out in my name,
Unknown tongues are clearly spoken,
And the sick their health reclaim!
Go and tell the world my gospel;
Those denying, faith have waived.
Washed in waters of baptism,
Those believing will be saved."

For the deed of Paul's conversion,
Thanks and praise we render you,
That your mercy, not our merit,
Brings salvation strong and true.
As you called him from his sinning
To a new, abundant life,
Teach us self to now abandon,
Thus forsaking sin and strife.

Glory to the God and Father
Of Christ Jesus, living Lord;
Glory to the Son, our Savior,
Risen Victor, e'er adored;
Glory to the Holy Spirit,
Moving us with one accord
Thus to shout with hearts and voices
"Yes! Christ Jesus is the Lord!"

J. Michael Thompson
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