The Gates of Jerusalem
Deutsch English I know your deeds. See, I have placed before you an open door that no-one can shut. Revelation 3:8a (NIV) 1. Damascus Gate The Damascus Gate became an open gateway for Saul (Paul) to encounter God. It was through this gate that Saul left the city on his journey to Damascus. He departed Jerusalem by its main road. Two Roads But who wants to leave the broad and magnificent road? Who wants to step away from the center of attention? Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. Matthew 7:13 (NIV) Yet true conversion requires passing through the narrow gate. But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it. Matthew 7:14 (NIV) The gate stands wide open. We are welcome to come to God—Jesus has opened the door for us. 2. Paul on the Road to Damascus Paul was traveling to Damascus as an autho...