Bible moment
The Bible moment
Acts 3:1-26 tells how Peter and John met a man who had been unable to walk from birth. He asked them for money, but Peter said he had no silver or gold. Instead, Peter told him to walk in the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth. Peter took the man by the right hand and raised him up. His feet and ankles became strong, and he stood, walked, and entered the temple with Peter and John, walking, leaping, and praising God. The people were amazed because they recognized him. Peter explained that the healing came through faith in Jesus’ name, not through Peter’s own power or godliness. He pointed the people toward Jesus and called them to repent and turn back to God. The passage also recalls God’s promises spoken through the prophets.
Look closely
What children can notice
At the Beautiful Gate, Peter reaches out with his right hand and helps the man rise in Jesus’ name. John stands nearby as the man begins walking and praising God, showing a joyful and respectful moment of healing.
Talk together
Talk about it
- How did Peter show compassion to the man?
- Who did Peter say was the source of the healing?
For families, church, and class
Use this page
Use this page for family reading, Sunday school, church classrooms, or homeschool lessons on Acts 3. Invite children to notice Peter’s compassion, the man’s joyful praise, and Peter’s humility. Encourage respectful discussion about helping people without making assumptions about their needs or abilities.
Source note
From this passage
Acts 3:6-8 · Healing at the Beautiful Gate
At the Beautiful Gate, Peter reaches out with his right hand and helps the man rise in Jesus’ name. John stands nearby as the man begins walking and praising God, showing a joyful and respectful moment of healing.
