Before the apostle Paul ever came to know Jesus as his Savior, it was beshert—Yiddish for “fate” or “destiny”—for Paul to become God’s chosen vessel. Chris Katulka talks with retired Vice President of North American Ministries Steve Herzig about his new article in Israel My Glory, exploring Paul’s background and early years. His identity as a Benjamite named Saul and a Roman citizen known as Paul perfectly equipped him to bridge the Jewish and Gentile worlds with the Good News of Jesus. Steve explains how Paul’s rigorous Jewish education under Gamaliel in Jerusalem shaped him into a formidable teacher and defender of the faith. We hope this look at Paul’s upbringing will help you better appreciate the man God used in amazing ways!

