Podcasts about Beautiful Gate

Acts 3 teaches that miracles in Scripture have both power and purpose—not as ends in themselves but as signs pointing to the Messiah and the greater miracle of transformed hearts. The lame man at the Beautiful Gate represents all of us: desiring nearness to God but unable to achieve it through our own efforts. When Peter says "In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, rise up and walk," he demonstrates that we become conduits of God's power, not the source—pointing people to Christ, not ourselves.

SCRIPTURE: Acts 4:1-31 SHOW NOTES: For encouragement on your spiritual journey, we invite you to visit our ministry website, Discover God's Truth, where you can access additional resources to enrich your Walk with God. In Acts 3 and 4, Luke describes Peter's bold testimony for Jesus after he heals a crippled man at the Beautiful Gate. That afternoon at the temple, thousands of people heard the message and believed in the name of Jesus. Peter and John were arrested and kept in prison overnight before being brought before the Sanhedrin early the next morning. "They were teaching the people and proclaiming the resurrection of Jesus from the dead. And they arrested them and put them in custody until the next day, for it was already evening. But many of those who had heard the word believed, and the number of the men came to about five thousand." Acts 4:2-4 As Peter addressed the religious leaders, he was filled with the Holy Spirit and spoke truth. Peter experiences a special moment of inspiration that clearly highlights the person of Jesus Christ and the work of God's Spirit. The Sanhedrin warned Peter and John “not to speak or teach at all in the name of Jesus.” But Peter and John answered them, “Whether it is right in the sight of God to listen to you rather than to God, you must judge, for we cannot but speak of what we have seen and heard.” Acts 4:19-20The church's response to the apostles' release was an immediate outpouring of praise and prayer. Most importantly, these early Christians were not praying for relief from oppression but for the ability "to speak Your word with great boldness" amid persecution and for God to act with mighty power. The focus of these new believers was on spreading God's word and glorifying Christ's name. Luke clearly made sure to include this prayer so that it can serve as a pattern for us to follow in our own prayers. "But before all this, they will lay hands on you and persecute you. They will deliver you to synagogues and prisons, and you will be brought before kings and governors, all because of my name. But make up your mind not to worry beforehand about how you will defend yourselves. For I will give you words and wisdom that none of your adversaries will be able to resist or contradict." Luke 21:12-15 SONG: "I Speak Jesus" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PcmqSfr1ENY&list=RDPcmqSfr1ENY&start_radio=1

Have you ever experienced something and later realized you'd been set up? That's exactly what's about to happen to Peter and John. They're on their way to the temple to pray and they come across a lame man begging for money. What happens at the Beautiful Gate served to give the people a vivid example of the presence and the power of The Holy Spirit.

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SCRIPTURE: Acts 3:1-16 SHOW NOTES: For encouragement on your spiritual journey, we invite you to visit our ministry website, Discover God's Truth, where you can access additional resources to enrich your Walk with God. Reading in the book of Acts, just before Jesus ascended into heaven, He spoke these words: “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.” (Acts 1:8) His disciples and new followers of the Way have remained in Jerusalem, teaching, sharing fellowship with each other, and praying together. "Now Peter and John were going up to the temple at the hour of prayer, the ninth hour. And a man lame from birth was being carried, whom they laid daily at the gate of the temple that is called the Beautiful Gate to ask alms of those entering the temple." Acts 3:1-2 Peter and John were leading the new group of believers in Jerusalem. These men led by example. The early Jewish Christians continued to follow their former habits of worship in Jerusalem. The lame man had been in his condition for over 40 years (4:22). Moreover, he had to be carried by others. It was clearly a hopeless case. Almost everyone in Jerusalem would have known this beggar since he sat at an entrance to the temple for a long time. "And leaping up, he stood and began to walk, and entered the temple with them, walking and leaping and praising God." Acts 3:8 Peter testified to the power and presence of God's Spirit working in a new way in people's lives through Jesus. Now, he proclaims the power and authority of Jesus' name, by which His disciples were able to continue his ministry on earth.SONG: "Made for More" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ov9Ls4npIrc&list=RDGJS31tXJJMY&index=3

Acts 3 | Pastor Greg In this message from Acts 3, we follow Peter and John to the temple at the hour of prayer and witness the healing of a man lame from birth at the Beautiful Gate—done in the authority of Jesus, not human power or hype. Pastor unpacks the difference between the Spirit's sovereign manifestations “as He wills” and our ongoing call to “pursue love” (1 Cor. 12–14), and re-centers the church on its four pillars from Acts 2:42: the apostles' teaching, fellowship, the breaking of bread, and prayer. The takeaway is humble and practical: refuse the spotlight, point to Christ, and stay open to how God may use you—one person at a time. Packinghouse's Sunday morning worship service from September 14. - Greg Opean - Monday, September 15, 2025

Acts 3 | Pastor Greg In this message from Acts 3, we follow Peter and John to the temple at the hour of prayer and witness the healing of a man lame from birth at the Beautiful Gate—done in the authority of Jesus, not human power or hype. Pastor unpacks the difference between the Spirit's sovereign manifestations “as He wills” and our ongoing call to “pursue love” (1 Cor. 12–14), and re-centers the church on its four pillars from Acts 2:42: the apostles' teaching, fellowship, the breaking of bread, and prayer. The takeaway is humble and practical: refuse the spotlight, point to Christ, and stay open to how God may use you—one person at a time. Packinghouse's Sunday morning worship service from September 14. - Greg Opean - Monday, September 15, 2025

Healing at the Beautiful Gate and Peter's 2nd Sermon

As we return to Tony's series in Acts, this sermon looks at the healing of a lame man at the Beautiful Gate in the Temple. He asked for money, but Peter gave the only thing he had to give him, healing in the name of Jesus Christ.

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Discover how persistence and prophetic partnerships lead to miraculous breakthroughs at the Beautiful Gate. Join Ps Khaya Mthethwa as he unpacks Acts 3, revealing how consistency in faith transforms your life into a testimony of God's glory. Be encouraged as you listen.Don't forget to LIKE, SHARE AND SUBSCRIBE!Connect with us: Facebook: oasischurchZAInstagram: oasischurchZAThreads: oasischurchZAApple Podcast: oasischurchZASpotify: oasischurchZAFor more information, visit us at http://www.oasis-church.co.za

What if the greatest power move of your life is one you do not see coming — a moment that could rewrite your story and change your trajectory forever?We live in a world where systems falter and doors close. Opportunities shrink, and many find their careers under glass ceilings that they did not build, but yet restrict them from upward mobility.It began at Pentecost, when the Spirit came upon 120 in an upper room and energised the newborn Church.Soon after Peter's first message, he and John walked in that same power towards the temple and made a power move at its Beautiful Gate. A man, crippled from birth, came for coins and left walking, leaping, and praising God.It was all unexpected!This same God still engineers the unexpected and makes power moves that outstrip strategy, update your CV, and open doors that your credentials could never open.

THE SECRET TO A BEAUTIFUL LIFE (Acts 3:1-21) Today's message is about the miracle of the healing of a man that had been crippled from his birth.  When this man was born, and his father and mother took him and examined him, they noticed that something was not quite right with the little baby's feet: his anklebones had not developed, nor his little feet. Somehow, they were not made whole, like feet should normally be for a little baby.  And this little boy never learned to walk. When other boys would go out to skip, run, and play, he couldn't. Later on, when other men went to work, there was no work that he could do. All that they could do was to take this man every day and put him down there at the gate to the temple, the gate that was called Beautiful. He had his little tin cup there, and as people would come and go to worship, he would cry out, “Baksheesh! Baksheesh! Alms! Help the poor! Help the poor!” And people would drop their pennies and their coins into his tin cup. Day after day, that is the way he lived. People would come and go, and he was right there at the gate of the temple.  And here is this man just outside that Beautiful Gate, because he cannot enter through it.  That is because Levitical law said that a deformed man could not enter past that gate.  So, here he was, on the wrong side of a beautiful life. He is just outside the gate, and he's crippled. Now, if you want a beautiful life, then I want you to picture yourself on the wrong side of the gate. Picture yourself, spiritually, as a cripple—unable to walk the walk of God, unable to work the work of God, unable to enter into the worship of God—on the wrong side of the gate. Picture a new life. Picture a gate gloriously beautiful.  Picture yourself on the wrong side of that gate, and you can't enter in without a miracle. I want you to picture the Lord Jesus Christ who was in Simon Peter that day. I want you to picture Him coming by you today and looking down at you, and I want you to picture today Jesus reaching down to you with a nail-pierced hand, taking you by your right hand, raising you up, spiritually giving you a lift that will last, and giving to you the power to enter in through the gate to the ports of God.  That is what this miracle is all about. God wants to give you a new life, today. He wants to make something beautiful of your life.  Click on the play button to hear a message on the secret to a beautiful life. This is a live recording of The Master's Class Bible Study at LifeChange Church Wichita, KS. Amen.

Pastor Phelps preaches a message on the healing at the Beautiful Gate. Message originally preached Sunday morning August 3, 2025.

Pastor Jenny continues our series "To Be Contiued..." delivering a stirring message about faith and boldness, challenging us to stop exempting ourselves from what God wants to do through us regardless of our perceived inadequacies. She unpacks the powerful story of Peter and John healing the lame man at the Beautiful Gate not through their own resources, but through what they carried of Jesus.• The disciples carried a promise of signs to follow, a commission, and indwelling of the Holy Spirit• Boldness isn't about personality type but spiritual inheritance available to all believers• What we cultivate in the secret place determines what we carry into the marketplace• We can only give what we have, so proximity to Jesus is the prerequisite to operating in His power• God responds to our hunger for more of Him, not our attempts to manufacture spiritual experiences• Faith is attached to Jesus, not our past experiences or disappointments• The world isn't ignoring the supernatural – Christians must not exempt themselves from their spiritual gifts• Boldness begins with believing what God says about us and coming confidently to His throneLet's open our hands to receive what God has for us, and release what doesn't glorify Him. Come boldly to the throne of grace to obtain mercy and find grace to help in your time of need.

As we continue in chapter three today, we'll look at a beautiful moment at a place called “the beautiful gate”. A man who had never walked was healed. And what was his reaction? He jumped! He ran! And he praised God! What a great lesson we learn in this wonderful story. The good things in life… the miracles we experience… are all due to God's incredible love for us. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1425/29

Have you ever experienced something and later realized you'd been set up? That's exactly what's about to happen to Peter and John. They're on their way to the temple to pray and they come across a lame man begging for money. What happens at The Beautiful Gate served to give the people a vivid example of the presence and the power of The Holy Spirit. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1425/29

We're so glad you are here! Thanks for checking out Sunday's message!-- SUNDAY'S NOTES --Peter and John went to the Temple one afternoon to take part in the three o'clock prayer service. As they approached the Temple, a man lame from birth was being carried in. Each day he was put beside the Temple gate, the one called the Beautiful Gate, so he could beg from the people going into the Temple. Acts 3:1-2 NLTOne of the primary reasons Jesus came was so no one would have to be an outsider. When he saw Peter and John about to enter, he asked them for some money. Acts 3:3 NLTPeter and John looked at him intently, and Peter said, “Look at us!” Acts 3:4 NLTThe eyes of the LORD are everywhere, keeping watch on the evil and the good. Proverbs 15:3 ESVIronically, our solution is found when we take our eyes off of our needs and focus them on our savior. The lame man looked at them eagerly, expecting some money. But Peter said, “I don't have any silver or gold for you. But I'll give you what I have.” Acts 3:5-6 NLT“You know what a pacifier does, it pacifies!” Miles Siler Pacified feelings can be a huge deterrent to the incredible purposes and plans God has for you.In the name of Jesus Christ the Nazarene, get up and walk! Acts 3:6 NLTWhat God offers is exceedingly abundantly more than you could ever ask, think, or imagine! (Eph 3:20)Repentance before both God and people always provides a path back to Holy Spirit's divine provision. Then Peter took the lame man by the right hand and helped him up. And as he did, the man's feet and ankles were instantly healed and strengthened. Acts 3:7 NLT He jumped up, stood on his feet, and began to walk! Then, walking, leaping, and praising God, he went into the Temple with them. Acts 3:8 NLTWhen we trust in God's provision we go from begging outside the temple to a worshiping inside the temple. All the people saw him walking and heard him praising God. When they realized he was the lame beggar they had seen so often at the Beautiful Gate, they were absolutely astounded! They all rushed out in amazement to Solomon's Colonnade, where the man was holding tightly to Peter and John. Acts 3:9-11 NLTWhen God does the work, God gets the worship! Through faith in the name of Jesus, this man was healed and you know how crippled he was before. Faith in Jesus' name has healed him before your very eyes. Acts 3:16 NLT-------------------------------------------------Download the 828 Church app!To view our latest e-newsletter, the Midweek Momentum, and subscribe to our weekly updates, go here! https://linktr.ee/828church

We're so glad you are here! Thanks for checking out Sunday's message!-- SUNDAY'S NOTES --Peter and John went to the Temple one afternoon to take part in the three o'clock prayer service. As they approached the Temple, a man lame from birth was being carried in. Each day he was put beside the Temple gate, the one called the Beautiful Gate, so he could beg from the people going into the Temple. Acts 3:1-2 NLTOne of the primary reasons Jesus came was so no one would have to be an outsider. When he saw Peter and John about to enter, he asked them for some money. Acts 3:3 NLTPeter and John looked at him intently, and Peter said, “Look at us!” Acts 3:4 NLTThe eyes of the LORD are everywhere, keeping watch on the evil and the good. Proverbs 15:3 ESVIronically, our solution is found when we take our eyes off of our needs and focus them on our savior. The lame man looked at them eagerly, expecting some money. But Peter said, “I don't have any silver or gold for you. But I'll give you what I have.” Acts 3:5-6 NLT“You know what a pacifier does, it pacifies!” Miles Siler Pacified feelings can be a huge deterrent to the incredible purposes and plans God has for you.In the name of Jesus Christ the Nazarene, get up and walk! Acts 3:6 NLTWhat God offers is exceedingly abundantly more than you could ever ask, think, or imagine! (Eph 3:20)Repentance before both God and people always provides a path back to Holy Spirit's divine provision. Then Peter took the lame man by the right hand and helped him up. And as he did, the man's feet and ankles were instantly healed and strengthened. Acts 3:7 NLT He jumped up, stood on his feet, and began to walk! Then, walking, leaping, and praising God, he went into the Temple with them. Acts 3:8 NLTWhen we trust in God's provision we go from begging outside the temple to a worshiping inside the temple. All the people saw him walking and heard him praising God. When they realized he was the lame beggar they had seen so often at the Beautiful Gate, they were absolutely astounded! They all rushed out in amazement to Solomon's Colonnade, where the man was holding tightly to Peter and John. Acts 3:9-11 NLTWhen God does the work, God gets the worship! Through faith in the name of Jesus, this man was healed and you know how crippled he was before. Faith in Jesus' name has healed him before your very eyes. Acts 3:16 NLT-------------------------------------------------Download the 828 Church app!To view our latest e-newsletter, the Midweek Momentum, and subscribe to our weekly updates, go here! https://linktr.ee/828church

Message by Kerrie Bauer, recorded live June 22, 2025 at First Presbyterian Church of Bellingham. Scripture read by Kristen Frankland.Look Intently In center of this story of physical healing is a profound moment of connection through eye contact, through looking with intention. Jesus is given in this moment of connection.What evidence of community care do you see in this passage?When have you experienced a look of intention from another person? How has that experience impacted you?Peter says, “I have no silver or gold, but what I have I give you”. How do you give Jesus Christ through what you do not have?How do you respond to the healing of Jesus Christ in your life?Acts 3:1-111 One day Peter and John were going up to the temple at the hour of prayer, at three o'clock in the afternoon. 2 And a man lame from birth was being carried in. People would lay him daily at the gate of the temple called the Beautiful Gate so that he could ask for alms from those entering the temple. 3 When he saw Peter and John about to go into the temple, he asked them for alms. 4 Peter looked intently at him, as did John, and said, “Look at us.” 5 And he fixed his attention on them, expecting to receive something from them. 6 Peter said, “I have no silver or gold, but what I have I give you; in the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, stand up and walk.” 7 And he took him by the right hand and raised him up, and immediately his feet and ankles were made strong. 8 Jumping up, he stood and began to walk, and he entered the temple with them, walking and leaping and praising God. 9 All the people saw him walking and praising God, 10 and they recognized him as the one who used to sit and ask for alms at the Beautiful Gate of the temple, and they were filled with wonder and astonishment at what had happened to him. 11 While he clung to Peter and John, all the people ran together to them in the portico called Solomon's Portico, utterly astonished.

️ The Church Street Podcast: The Bullpen Where every voice gets a turn at the mic. With three gifted preachers serving at First Grapevine, there's often one voice that doesn't get the chance to share their unique perspective on each week's scripture. The Bullpen is where that voice steps up and speaks out. In this episode, join Pastor Zach Stiefel, Pastor Grant Palma, and Paul Bielss as they explore Acts 3:1-10 - the powerful story of Peter and John encountering the Lame Beggar at The Beautiful Gate. Along the way, Zach and Grant pull back the curtain on preaching with honest reflections and practical insight. They'll answer questions like: ️ How do you write a sermon? Where do your stories come from? What story from Acts do you wish made it into the sermon series—but didn't? Follow us on all our social media channels to stay connected with The Bullpen, the Church Street Podcast, and everything happening at First Grapevine. Let's grow together in truth and grace—we can't wait for you to join us!

Discover how the early church was radically transformed by the Holy Spirit and what that means for us today. Pastor Jon Cobler unpacks Acts chapters 2 and 3, demonstrating the impact of a Spirit-formed community.- The formation of a new, Spirit-led community following the outpouring at Pentecost- Radical generosity and care for one another as a mark of authentic faith- The miracle at the Beautiful Gate and its significance for believers- How love for God naturally overflows into love for others- Embracing a “miracle mindset” and the ongoing power of Jesus' resurrection in our daily lives

Pastor Tony Fleming examines the healing of a lame man outside the Beautiful Gate in the book of Acts chapter 4

What if your next step of faith could change someone else's life? In this message, Pastor Gregory Dickow reveals how to break free from spiritual passivity and step into your prophetic calling. Just like Peter at the Beautiful Gate, you've been given power to raise others up—not just to speak truth, but to seize moments, shift atmospheres, and move people from paralysis into purpose.Sunday | May 25, 2025 | 10:30 AMWATCH ON YOUTUBESubscribe to the Gregory Dickow YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtube.com/@gregorydickow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SUPPORTYou can tithe or donate to help us reach more lives around the world here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.lifechangerschurch.com/give⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL MEDIAFacebook:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/gregorydickow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.instagram.com/gregorydickow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@gregorydickow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@gregorydickow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/gregorydickow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pinterest: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.pinterest.com/gregorydickowoffical/⁠

This week, we continue our “Acts” series with a powerful message from Acts 3–5. From miraculous healing to the sobering story of Ananias and Sapphira, we explore the tension between real faith and reputation.You'll be encouraged to trust God's timing, reflect on your spiritual honesty, and rediscover how the early church lived with generous, Spirit-led boldness.Key takeaways:The healing at the Beautiful Gate and its deeper meaningWhy honesty opens the door to transformationHow love, not fear, is the core of God's characterThis message challenges us: Are we dancing in grace or dying in pride?Subscribe to stay encouraged. Learn more or watch the full service at oacvancouver.ca#acts #earlychurch #christianpodcast, #faith #Godslove #oacvancouver

In this powerful exploration of Acts 3, we're reminded that God's timing and plans often diverge from our own expectations. The story of the lame man healed at the Beautiful Gate teaches us that our suffering can be a conduit for God's glory. For 40 years, this man endured, only to find his miracle at an unexpected moment. This narrative challenges us to reconsider our perspective on hardship and waiting. Are we seeking God's face in our suffering, or are we merely focused on immediate relief? The transformation of the lame man not only changed his life but became a catalyst for thousands to come to faith. This reminds us that our trials may have a greater purpose – one that extends far beyond our personal comfort. As we navigate our own challenges, let's remember that God often has more in store for us than we can imagine, and our struggles might be the very platform He uses to reveal His power and draw others to Himself.

with Pastor Micheal Oxentenko

Send us a textActs 3:1-10Now Peter and John were going up to the temple at the hour of prayer, the ninth hour. And a man lame from birth was being carried, whom they laid daily at the gate of the temple that is called the Beautiful Gate to ask alms of those entering the temple. Seeing Peter and John about to go into the temple, he asked to receive alms. And Peter directed his gaze at him, as did John, and said, “Look at us.” And he fixed his attention on them, expecting to receive something from them. 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!” And he took him by the right hand and raised him up, and immediately his feet and ankles were made strong. And leaping up, he stood and began to walk, and entered the temple with them, walking and leaping and praising God. And all the people saw him walking and praising God, and recognized him as the one who sat at the Beautiful Gate of the temple, asking for alms. And they were filled with wonder and amazement at what had happened to him.Support the show

In "I Am Sending You," Dino Rizzo unpacks how Jesus' resurrection wasn't just an event to celebrate but a commission to embrace. Through Acts 3:1-10, discover how Peter and John's encounter at the Beautiful Gate reveals what it means to truly see people, and learn that these "sent moments" can happen anywhere. Once Jesus saves us, He sends us with His power and purpose!

Be the Church: Healers Acts 3:1-10 3 Now Peter and John were going up to the temple at the hour of prayer, the ninth hour. 2 And a man lame from birth was being carried, whom they laid daily at the gate of the temple that is called the Beautiful Gate to ask alms of those entering the temple. 3 Seeing Peter and John about to go into the temple, he asked to receive alms. 4 And Peter directed his gaze at him, as did John, and said, “Look at us.” 5 And he fixed his attention on them, expecting to receive something from them. 6 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!” 7 And he took him by the right hand and raised him up, and immediately his feet and ankles were made strong. 8 And leaping up, he stood and began to walk, and entered the temple with them, walking and leaping and praising God. 9 And all the people saw him walking and praising God, 10 and recognized him as the one who sat at the Beautiful Gate of the temple, asking for alms. And they were filled with wonder and amazement at what had happened to him.

Richard Taylor (Director, Corpus Christi Baptist Association), "Ministry Beyond the Gate", Children's Time, Modern Worship Praise Team (11:15 Service).          1.  Now Peter and John went up together to the temple at the hour of prayer, the ninth hour.  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 from those who entered the temple;  3.  who, seeing Peter and John about to go into the temple, asked for alms.  4.  And fixing his eyes on him, with John, Peter said, “Look at us.”  5.  So he gave them his attention, expecting to receive something from them.  6.  Then Peter said, “Silver and gold I do not have, but what I do have I give you: In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, rise up and walk.”  7.  And he took him by the right hand and lifted him up, and immediately his feet and ankle bones received strength.  8.  So he, leaping up, stood and walked and entered the temple with them—walking, leaping, and praising God.  9.  And all the people saw him walking and praising God.  10.  Then they knew that it was he who sat begging alms at the Beautiful Gate of the temple; and they were filled with wonder and amazement at what had happened to him.          (Acts 3:1-10 NKJV)

Richard Taylor (Director, Corpus Christi Baptist Association), "Ministry Beyond the Gate", Children's Time, Choir, Blended Worship Praise Team (8:45 Service).          1.  Now Peter and John went up together to the temple at the hour of prayer, the ninth hour.  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 from those who entered the temple;  3.  who, seeing Peter and John about to go into the temple, asked for alms.  4.  And fixing his eyes on him, with John, Peter said, “Look at us.”  5.  So he gave them his attention, expecting to receive something from them.  6.  Then Peter said, “Silver and gold I do not have, but what I do have I give you: In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, rise up and walk.”  7.  And he took him by the right hand and lifted him up, and immediately his feet and ankle bones received strength.  8.  So he, leaping up, stood and walked and entered the temple with them—walking, leaping, and praising God.  9.  And all the people saw him walking and praising God.  10.  Then they knew that it was he who sat begging alms at the Beautiful Gate of the temple; and they were filled with wonder and amazement at what had happened to him.          (Acts 3:1-10 NKJV)

Richard Taylor (Director, Corpus Christi Baptist Association), "Ministry Beyond the Gate".          1.  Now Peter and John went up together to the temple at the hour of prayer, the ninth hour.  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 from those who entered the temple;  3.  who, seeing Peter and John about to go into the temple, asked for alms.  4.  And fixing his eyes on him, with John, Peter said, “Look at us.”  5.  So he gave them his attention, expecting to receive something from them.  6.  Then Peter said, “Silver and gold I do not have, but what I do have I give you: In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, rise up and walk.”  7.  And he took him by the right hand and lifted him up, and immediately his feet and ankle bones received strength.  8.  So he, leaping up, stood and walked and entered the temple with them—walking, leaping, and praising God.  9.  And all the people saw him walking and praising God.  10.  Then they knew that it was he who sat begging alms at the Beautiful Gate of the temple; and they were filled with wonder and amazement at what had happened to him.          (Acts 3:1-10 NKJV)

Richard Taylor (Director, Corpus Christi Baptist Association), "Ministry Beyond the Gate", Children's Time, Modern Worship Praise Team (11:15 Service).          1.  Now Peter and John went up together to the temple at the hour of prayer, the ninth hour.  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 from those who entered the temple;  3.  who, seeing Peter and John about to go into the temple, asked for alms.  4.  And fixing his eyes on him, with John, Peter said, “Look at us.”  5.  So he gave them his attention, expecting to receive something from them.  6.  Then Peter said, “Silver and gold I do not have, but what I do have I give you: In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, rise up and walk.”  7.  And he took him by the right hand and lifted him up, and immediately his feet and ankle bones received strength.  8.  So he, leaping up, stood and walked and entered the temple with them—walking, leaping, and praising God.  9.  And all the people saw him walking and praising God.  10.  Then they knew that it was he who sat begging alms at the Beautiful Gate of the temple; and they were filled with wonder and amazement at what had happened to him.          (Acts 3:1-10 NKJV)

Richard Taylor (Director, Corpus Christi Baptist Association), "Ministry Beyond the Gate", Children's Time, Choir, Blended Worship Praise Team (8:45 Service).          1.  Now Peter and John went up together to the temple at the hour of prayer, the ninth hour.  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 from those who entered the temple;  3.  who, seeing Peter and John about to go into the temple, asked for alms.  4.  And fixing his eyes on him, with John, Peter said, “Look at us.”  5.  So he gave them his attention, expecting to receive something from them.  6.  Then Peter said, “Silver and gold I do not have, but what I do have I give you: In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, rise up and walk.”  7.  And he took him by the right hand and lifted him up, and immediately his feet and ankle bones received strength.  8.  So he, leaping up, stood and walked and entered the temple with them—walking, leaping, and praising God.  9.  And all the people saw him walking and praising God.  10.  Then they knew that it was he who sat begging alms at the Beautiful Gate of the temple; and they were filled with wonder and amazement at what had happened to him.          (Acts 3:1-10 NKJV)

Richard Taylor (Director, Corpus Christi Baptist Association), "Ministry Beyond the Gate".          1.  Now Peter and John went up together to the temple at the hour of prayer, the ninth hour.  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 from those who entered the temple;  3.  who, seeing Peter and John about to go into the temple, asked for alms.  4.  And fixing his eyes on him, with John, Peter said, “Look at us.”  5.  So he gave them his attention, expecting to receive something from them.  6.  Then Peter said, “Silver and gold I do not have, but what I do have I give you: In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, rise up and walk.”  7.  And he took him by the right hand and lifted him up, and immediately his feet and ankle bones received strength.  8.  So he, leaping up, stood and walked and entered the temple with them—walking, leaping, and praising God.  9.  And all the people saw him walking and praising God.  10.  Then they knew that it was he who sat begging alms at the Beautiful Gate of the temple; and they were filled with wonder and amazement at what had happened to him.          (Acts 3:1-10 NKJV)

Send us a textRob, Dominic, and Colin continue their discussion of the book of Acts.   This episode includes the healing of the impotent man at the Beautiful Gate, and the first persecution.  We discuss Acts 3:1-4:22.

02-23-25 Sun AM “A Beautiful Gate”Pastor Nathaniel UrshanActs 3:1-10You can contact us at https://fpcdurham.org/contact

Acts 3:1-26 1 Now Peter and John were going up to the temple at the hour of prayer, the ninth hour. 2 And a man lame from birth was being carried, whom they laid daily at the gate of the temple that is called the Beautiful Gate to ask alms of those entering the temple. […] The post “And many wonders and signs were being done through the Apostles.” (Acts 3:1-26) first appeared on Hope of Christ Church.

What is faith? Why is it so important? After the healing of the man at the Beautiful Gate, Joel explores the importance of Peter's biography of faith, and how faith in Jesus transformed him from a man cowering in the shadows, to one who can stand up in front of thousands to preach the good news of Jesus. 

I. The power of the Apostles' healing. II. The wonder of the Apostles' healing. III. The purpose of the Apostles' healing.

2.16.25 | Pastor Heath Hardesty

On today's program we'll take another look at Acts chapter three. Have you ever experienced something and later realized you'd been set up? That's exactly what's about to happen to Peter and John... but in a good way! They're on their way to the temple to pray and they come across a lame man begging for money. What happens at The Beautiful Gate is nothing short of a miracle. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29

On today's program we'll take another look at Acts chapter three. Have you ever experienced something and later realized you'd been set up? That's exactly what's about to happen to Peter and John... but in a good way! They're on their way to the temple to pray and they come across a lame man begging for money. What happens at The Beautiful Gate is nothing short of a miracle. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29

Welcome to Episode #163 of Way of the Bible podcast. This is our third of eight episodes in our Twenty-First mini-series entitled, Sermon on the Mount Part 2. On today's episode we'll be hearing Jesus teach another foundational and hidden principle of life in the Kingdom of Heaven. Giving to the Needy.You will see this principle of giving to the needy exhibited throughout the scriptures, intimated in the name of God, embedded in the LAW, a major element of the Servant characterized in Isaiah, and of course the hallmark of Jesus' ministry. Let's start with that last one and then get into the passage where Jesus addresses our Giving to the Needy. Jesus said of himself in Matthew 20:26-28 – But whoever would be great among you must be your servant, 27 and whoever would be first among you must be your slave, 28 even as the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” We were all once dead in our trespass and sin, and even now we are all needy. Jesus came to serve us both then and now. How you ask? It starts with then…Romans 5:6-8 – For while we were still weak, at the right time Christ died for the ungodly. 7 For one will scarcely die for a righteous person—though perhaps for a good person one would dare even to die— 8 but God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.It is our belief in the sufficiency of Christ's service unto death for our sins and his resurrection bringing us new life that we are saved.An example of Jesus serving us now is found in Romans 8:34 – Christ Jesus is the one who died—more than that, who was raised—who is at the right hand of God, who indeed is interceding for us. Why is this intercession important? Revelation 12:10 – “Now the salvation and the power and the kingdom of our God and the authority of his Christ have come, for the accuser of our brothers has been thrown down, who accuses them day and night before our God. Every accusation against you made by the devil, Jesus smothers out in intercession with the Father.Acts 3:1-10 – Now Peter and John were going up to the temple at the hour of prayer, the ninth hour. 2 And a man lame from birth was being carried, whom they laid daily at the gate of the temple that is called the Beautiful Gate to ask alms of those entering the temple. 3 Seeing Peter and John about to go into the temple, he asked to receive alms. 4 And Peter directed his gaze at him, as did John, and said, “Look at us.” 5 And he fixed his attention on them, expecting to receive something from them. 6 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!” 7 And he took him by the right hand and raised him up, and immediately his feet and ankles were made strong. 8 And leaping up, he stood and began to walk, and entered the temple with them, walking and leaping and praising God. 9 And all the people saw him walking and praising God, 10 and recognized him as the one who sat at the Beautiful Gate of the temple, asking for alms. And they were filled with wonder and amazement at what had happened to him.With that as a brief introduction, let's jump into Matthew 6:1-4 – “Beware of practicing your righteousness before other people in order to be seen by them, for then you will have no reward from your Father who is in heaven. 2 “Thus, when you give to the needy, sound no trumpet before you, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, that they may be praised by others. Truly, I say to you, they have received their reward. 3 But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, 4 so that your giving may be in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you.

Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: Click HERE to give! One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on 'The Daily Radio Bible' for a daily 20-minute spiritual journey. Engage with scripture readings, heartfelt devotionals, and collective prayers that draw you into the heart of God's love. Embark on this year-long voyage through the Bible, and let each day's passage uplift and inspire you. TODAY'S EPISODE: Welcome, dear listeners, to the Daily Radio Bible! Today, on this 14th day of October, we continue our journey through the Bible together. I'm Hunter, your Bible reading coach, here to guide you through the Scriptures as we delve into God's Word for day 288 of our year-long voyage. We'll be exploring several key scriptures today. Our readings include Nehemiah chapters 11 and 12, Psalm 1, and Acts chapter 3, all from the New Living Translation. We'll see how Nehemiah organizes the people of Jerusalem, celebrate the joy and dedication of the new wall, and witness the miraculous healing of a lame man in Acts, showcasing the transformative power of faith in Jesus Christ. Stay with us as we meditate on these passages and uncover their profound message for our lives today. And a special thank you to Nora from Switzerland for her kind words and encouragement, reminding us of the impact this community has worldwide. Sit back, reflect, and be inspired by today's episode of Daily Radio Bible. TODAY'S PRAYERS: Lord God Almighty and everlasting father you have brought us in safety to this new day preserve us with your Mighty power that we might not fall into sin or be overcome by adversity. And in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose  through Jesus Christ Our Lord amen.   Oh God you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth and sent your blessed son to preach peace to those who are far and those who are near. Grant that people everywhere may seek after you, and find you. Bring the nations into your fold, pour out your Spirit on all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.   And now Lord,  make me an instrument of your peace.  Where there is hatred let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon.  Where there is doubt, faith. Where there is despair, hope.  Where there is darkness, light.  And where there is sadness,  Joy.  Oh Lord grant that I might not seek to be consoled as to console. To be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love.  For it is in the giving that we receive, in the pardoning that we are pardoned, it is in the dying that we are born unto eternal life.  Amen And now as our Lord has taught us we are bold to pray... Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven, give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our tresspasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not unto temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the Kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. Loving God, we give you thanks for restoring us in your image. And nourishing us with spiritual food, now send us forth as forgiven people, healed and renewed, that we may proclaim your love to the world, and continue in the risen life of Christ.  Amen.  OUR WEBSITE: www.dailyradiobible.com We are reading through the New Living Translation.   Leave us a voicemail HERE: https://www.speakpipe.com/dailyradiobible Subscribe to us at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dailyradiobible/featured OTHER PODCASTS: Listen with Apple Podcast DAILY BIBLE FOR KIDS DAILY PSALMS DAILY PROVERBS DAILY LECTIONARY DAILY CHRONOLOGICAL  

Faith in the power of Christ is not the same thing as faith in the power of faith. In this passage, Peter says explicitly that it was not through their own power or holiness that this remarkable healing was accomplished. Rather it was the power of the risen Christ who did it, using Peter and John as His instrument.