<p><em>Acts 3:26</em> begins with the statement that God raised His Son and sent Him to bless us. The word <em>&ldquo;raised&rdquo;</em> here refers to the <em>resurrection of Jesus</em>, the key event in redemptive history. Jesus&rsquo; resurrection was the irrefutable proof of His deity and God&rsquo;s power over death and sin.</p>
<p><strong>God&rsquo;s blessing through His risen Son</strong></p>
<p>The second part of the verse tells us that God sent His Son to bless us. The word <em>&ldquo;blessing&rdquo;</em> in this context refers to the divine gift of grace and mercy.</p>
<p>Through Jesus, God offers us redemption, forgiveness of sins, eternal life, and all the blessings that come from our relationship with Him.</p>
<p><strong>Conversion and transformation</strong></p>
<p>The end of the verse tells us that the purpose of God&rsquo;s blessing is for us to turn from our wickedness. Conversion involves a change of mind and heart, a complete turn toward God and His will.</p>
<p>Conversion is not simply the abandonment of our sins, but the transformation of ourselves into new beings with a new life and a new personality. Conversion is an ongoing process that leads us to a deep and lasting transformation.</p>