Acts of the Apostles - Chapter 3

Acts of the Apostles 3.1 Now Peter and John went up together into the temple at the hour of prayer, being the ninth hour. Acts of the Apostles 3.2 And a certain man lame from his mother’s womb was carried, whom they laid daily at the gate of the temple which is called Beautiful, to ask alms of them that entered into the temple; Acts of the Apostles 3.3 Who seeing Peter and John about to go into the temple asked an alms. Acts of the Apostles 3.4 And Peter, fastening his eyes upon him with John, said, Look on us. Acts of the Apostles 3.5 And he gave heed unto them, expecting to receive something of them. Acts of the Apostles 3.6 Then Peter said, Silver and gold have I none; but such as I have give I thee: In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth rise up and walk. Acts of the Apostles 3.7 And he took him by the right hand, and lifted him up: and immediately his feet and ankle bones received strength. Acts of the Apostles 3.8 And he leaping up stood, and walked, and entered with them into the temple, walking, and leaping, and praising God. Acts of the Apostles 3.9 And all the people saw him walking and praising God: Acts of the Apostles 3.10 And they knew that it was he which sat for alms at the Beautiful gate of the temple: and they were filled with wonder and amazement at that which had happened unto him. Acts of the Apostles 3.11 And as the lame man which was healed held Peter and John, all the people ran together unto them in the porch that is called Solomon’s, greatly wondering. Acts of the Apostles 3.12 And when Peter saw it, he answered unto the people, Ye men of Israel, why marvel ye at this? or why look ye so earnestly on us, as though by our own power or holiness we had made this man to walk? Acts of the Apostles 3.13 The God of Abraham, and of Isaac, and of Jacob, the God of our fathers, hath glorified his Son Jesus; whom ye delivered up, and denied him in the presence of Pilate, when he was determined to let him go. Acts of the Apostles 3.14 But ye denied the Holy One and the Just, and desired a murderer to be granted unto you; Acts of the Apostles 3.15 And killed the Prince of life, whom God hath raised from the dead; whereof we are witnesses. Acts of the Apostles 3.16 And his name through faith in his name hath made this man strong, whom ye see and know: yea, the faith which is by him hath given him this perfect soundness in the presence of you all. Acts of the Apostles 3.17 And now, brethren, I wot that through ignorance ye did it, as did also your rulers. Acts of the Apostles 3.18 But those things, which God before had shewed by the mouth of all his prophets, that Christ should suffer, he hath so fulfilled. Acts of the Apostles 3.19 Repent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out, when the times of refreshing shall come from the presence of the Lord. Acts of the Apostles 3.20 And he shall send Jesus Christ, which before was preached unto you: Acts of the Apostles 3.21 Whom the heaven must receive until the times of restitution of all things, which God hath spoken by the mouth of all his holy prophets since the world began. Acts of the Apostles 3.22 For Moses truly said unto the fathers, A prophet shall the Lord your God raise up unto you of your brethren, like unto me; him shall ye hear in all things whatsoever he shall say unto you. Acts of the Apostles 3.23 And it shall come to pass, that every soul, which will not hear that prophet, shall be destroyed from among the people. Acts of the Apostles 3.24 Yea, and all the prophets from Samuel and those that follow after, as many as have spoken, have likewise foretold of these days. Acts of the Apostles 3.25 Ye are the children of the prophets, and of the covenant which God made with our fathers, saying unto Abraham, And in thy seed shall all the kindreds of the earth be blessed. Acts of the Apostles 3.26 Unto you first God, having raised up his Son Jesus, sent him to bless you, in turning away every one of you from his iniquities.

Acts of the Apostles : Chapter 3

The Healing of the Lame Man: A Transformative Miracle

In Acts chapter 3, we learn of the healing of a lame man in the temple, an event that had a profound impact on the community. This miracle, performed by Peter and John in the name of Jesus, drew an astonished crowd eager to understand the power that had brought about this healing.

A Message of Repentance and Faith

Peter, taking advantage of this extraordinary opportunity, preached a powerful message about repentance and faith in Christ. This talk highlights not only the power of Jesus' name, but also the continuity of the healing ministry and the importance of a public witness to the Christian faith. Exploring the Bible Texts We invite you to explore with us five biblical passages that illuminate the powerful themes of this revelatory chapter: Deuteronomy 18:15: "The Lord your God will raise up a prophet like me from among his brothers; listen to him." Peter quotes this prophecy in Acts 3:22, applying it to Jesus.

  • Genesis 22:18: "And through your descendants all the peoples of the earth will be blessed, because you have obeyed me." Peter refers to this promise to Abraham in Acts 3:25.
  • Isaiah 35:6: "Then the lame shall leap like a deer, and the mute tongue sing for joy." The healing of the lame man in Acts 3:1-10 reflects the fulfillment of this prophecy of Isaiah.
  • Malachi 4:5-6: "See, I will send you Elijah the prophet before the great and terrible day of the Lord." Peter's mention of the times of restoration in Acts 3:21 may be linked to this prophecy.
  • Psalm 118:22: "The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone." This passage relates to Peter's preaching about Jesus in Acts 3:13-15.

    • These passages illustrate the depth of Peter's message and emphasize the importance of recognizing God's work through Jesus Christ. This miracle of healing is a powerful reminder of God's active presence in our lives and the constant call to faith and repentance.