After his conversion Paul spent almost ten years of his life in obscurity--an absolute waste of time, so thought some.  Think of what an exciting story Paul could have told.  After all, how many people could top Paul's roadside encounter with Jesus Christ?  Paul was blinded by a brilliant light.  He literally heard the voice of Jesus Christ.  It was for real, not something conjured up by indigestion in the night.  Then, after he was led to Damascus his sight was restored supernaturally.   An old disciple, Ananias, prayed for Paul, gently placing his hands on this man who had been the #1 enemy of the church.