When Barnabas hears Saul out and takes him by the hand, he demonstrates his faith in God's transforming power. He says to Saul and to the world, I get you-I feel your pain-I understand what you are going through-you are safe with me-this is what can encourage others to be part of God's Family. -If the apostles believe in God's power to save and transform any life, they don't show it until Barnabas does.