There were many wonderful signs and miracles which marked the early Church. The power of the Spirit of God was at work in a very evident way and multitudes of people were blessed. We see a most wonderful miracle in Acts 3:1-11. Not only did this event provide a tremendous testimony to the truth and power of the name of the Lord Jesus Christ among the Jews, but Christians today can learn beautiful and important moral principles. Every detail of this account is full of interest and guidance for believers today.
1. The miracle of healing which took place at the temple happened at the “hour of prayer” (about 3 p.m.). We have noted previously that prayer expresses dependence upon God. What else does prayer do? James 5:___
2. What happened to a group of early believers after they had enjoyed a prayer meeting together? Acts 4:___
3. How many times does the Word of God record our Lord Jesus in prayer in the garden of Gethsemane before He was betrayed to be crucified?
Matthew 26:___
4. What encouragement and instruction does the Word of God give for how often believers should pray? Find two verses. Ephesians 6:___ and Romans 12:___
5. What encouragement about prayer did the Lord Jesus give when He spoke a parable to His disciples? Luke 18:___