Acts 14:10

Arabic APD 2024 (كِتاب العَهد الجَّديد مِن الكِتاب المُقَدَّس)

و قال بِصوت عالي: ”قوم عَلى كِرعينَك!“ و الرّاجِل نَطَّ و إبتَدا يَمشي.

What Does This Mean?

In this verse from Acts 14, Paul speaks to a man who cannot walk and tells him to stand up on his feet with a loud voice. The man then jumps up and starts walking. This shows the power of God working through Paul.

Explained for Children

Imagine if someone told you that you could run around like your favorite superhero just by standing up! That's what happened here. Paul said 'stand up', and the man did it, just like magic!

Historical Background

This verse was written by Luke in his account of the Acts of the Apostles, around the late first century. It describes an event where Paul heals a crippled man in Lystra, illustrating the early Christian community's belief in miraculous healing.

Living It Out Today

Today, this can remind us to trust in God’s power when faced with seemingly insurmountable challenges or disabilities. Imagine if you believed that you could overcome your fears just by standing up to them!

Topics

• healing
• faith
• miracles
• disabilities
• hope
• trust

Related Verses

• John 5:1-9
• Mark 2:3-12
• Matthew 9:20-22
• Luke 17:11-19
• Hebrews 11:33

Frequently Asked Questions

Who spoke the words in Acts 14:10?

Paul, one of the apostles, was the one who commanded the crippled man to stand up and walk.

What does this miracle teach us about faith?

It teaches that with faith, even in moments where help seems impossible, God can work miracles through those who believe and act on their faith.

How did the people around react to seeing this happen?

The reaction is not fully detailed here but typically, such miraculous acts were met with awe and sometimes worship of Paul and Barnabas as gods themselves.

Is there a message for those facing difficulties in life from Acts 14:10?

Yes, this verse encourages believers to trust that God can intervene powerfully even in situations where healing seems impossible, offering hope and faith.