2/6/2024
Acts 3:1-9
Now Peter and John went up together into the temple at the hour of prayer, being the ninth hour. 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; Who seeing Peter and John about to go into the temple asked an alms. And, Peter fastening his eyes upon him with John, said, Look on us. And he gave heed unto them, expecting to receive something of them. 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. And he took him by the right hand, and lifted him up: and immediately his feet and ankle bones received strength. And he leaping up stood, walked, and entered with them into the temple, walking, and leaping, and praising God. And all the people saw him walking and praising God.
I can’t help but sing the children’s song about Peter and John went to pray when I read this. This scripture has many beautiful lessons.
First, we should prioritize prayer in our daily lives. I personally have had so many prayers answered, and watch numerous friends receive answers to their prayers. How many times have we neglected our prayer life? I admit I have before, and I will probably at some time do it again. Do I want to neglect my prayer life? No, I don’t. But I pray God will help me stay close to Him. Staying close to God will help me in all areas of my life, including my prayer life.
Second, Peter and John found someone in need. God used Peter and John in a marvelous way! They didn’t give him money, but they showed the lame man Christ. God healed the lame man. And, when he was healed, he praised God. He didn’t praise Him privately. Everyone saw this lame man walking, leaping, and praising God.
God has been so good to us also! He has saved me from a devil’s Hell. So, let this be my walking, leaping, and praising God for saving me and taking care of me. I pray today you will spend time with God, and walk in His ways, leaping in His grace, and praising Him as you do.
