Gospel Outreach International

Have you ever wondered how God uses ordinary moments to create extraordinary miracles? In this Bible study on Acts 3:1-10, we explore how Peter and John’s routine trip to the temple led to a transformative healing that changed a man’s life forever. The lame beggar at the Beautiful Gate wasn’t expecting anything beyond his daily alms, but God had prepared something far greater. As we examine this passage, we’ll discover how prayer, presence, and power come together when God’s provision meets human need.

But Peter said, “I have no silver and gold, but what I do have I give to you. In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, rise up and walk!” Acts 3:6

• Prayer was central to the early church, with believers gathering at specific times (third, sixth, and ninth hours – 9 AM, noon, and 3 PM)
• The temple was an important place of prayer where believers gathered corporately, showing the value of both private and public prayer
• The lame man had a problem he could do nothing about – he was lame from birth and unable to work
• Peter and John demonstrated spiritual power that secular authorities couldn’t understand
• The healing resulted in an immediate, visible transformation – the man began “walking and leaping and praising God”
• The public nature of the miracle drew attention and amazement from onlookers
• The miracle illustrates man’s spiritual need from birth, which only God can provide for God’s provision for sin through Christ is the only solution to humanity’s fundamental problem
• Faith requires a response – the man had to reach out and allow Peter to help him
• True conversion results in visible joy and public praise to God
• The greatest miracle is spiritual regeneration – being “born again of the Spirit of God”

And all the people saw him walking and praising God, Acts 3:9

The lame man’s story isn’t just about physical healing – it points to the even greater miracle Jesus offers to each of us: spiritual rebirth. As the speaker noted, “The greatest miracle I know is when a person is born again of the Spirit of God.” Like the formerly lame man who entered the temple “walking and leaping and praising God,” when Jesus touches our lives, we can’t help but respond with joy and worship. Whether Jesus says “yes,” “no,” or “wait” to our prayers, His presence and purpose remain constant. The miracle at the Beautiful Gate reminds us that Jesus still meets us where we are and lifts us to where we need to be.

Bible References

• Acts 3:1-10
• Acts 3:1-10
• 1 Samuel 2
• Psalm 23