Companion to The Book of Worship [METHODIST DENOMINATION]

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Plot

The Dance for Joy unit uses the Bible story included in Acts 3:1-10. Peter and John were going to the Jewish Temple in Jerusalem for the evening hour of prayer (about 3 p.m.). A man who had been unable to walk since birth was being carried to the Temple gate so that he could beg for alms. The man asked Peter and John to give him alms. He probably expected money. 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" (Acts 3:6). Then he took the man by the right hand and pulled him to his feet. Immediately the man was able to walk and jump. The healed man entered the Temple with Peter and John. He was walking, leaping, and praising God. Everyone recognized him as the man who had been lame for more than forty years. They were amazed that he had been healed. Children will explore the following concepts: The Book of Acts tells of early Christians who continued Jesus' ministry. Peter and John gave a man lame since birth a gift more valuable than silver or gold. The power to heal came from Jesus, not from Peter. The man walked, leaped, and praised God. Many people saw the change in the man who was healed, and they were amazed. Christians today continue Jesus' healing ministry. For more information about PowerXpress, go to www.powerxpress.com.