Bootstrap

What does the Bible say about the healing of the lame man in Acts 3?

Answered in 1 source

The healing of the lame man demonstrates God's power and the importance of faith in Christ, as seen in Acts 3:1-8.

In Acts 3:1-8, we find the account of Peter and John healing a lame man. This man, who had been lame from birth, was placed daily at the temple gate, illustrating human helplessness and the need for divine intervention. When Peter and John approached him, they did not offer silver or gold, but instead commanded him to rise and walk in the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth. This act not only healed the man physically but also served as a powerful demonstration of the authority of Christ and the gospel's transformative power. The lame man's leap of joy and praise to God afterward signifies the spiritual regeneration that follows true healing — a theme central to sovereign grace theology.
Scripture References: Acts 3:1-8, Isaiah 35:6

Sermons (1)

A Lame Man Leaping
Paul Mahan · Mar 17, 2013
Joshua

Joshua

Shall we play a game? Ask me about articles, sermons, or theology from our library. I can also help you navigate the site.

0:00 0:00