Bible Trivia

Bible Trivia Question

Bible Trivia Question

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Who, at the trial of Peter and John, kept them from being punished by the rulers and priests?


Paul
Stephen
High priest
The healed lame man

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The answer is: The healed lame man

Acts 4:14 - They couldn't deny the miracle while the healed lame man was standing before them

Acts 4 is quite the scene! The disciples have already endured their share of trials, but nothing quite prepares them for the reaction of the Sanhedrin, probably one of the earliest forms of a religious court. What really stands out is that there’s this healed man — previously a beggar known all over the temple area for his lameness — now standing tall and vibrant in their midst. Ah, what a dramatic turn of events!

His very presence acts as a big flashing “miracle” sign. The rulers and priests might like to think they control the narrative, but seriously, how can one overlook someone who’d been transformed so remarkably? This wasn’t an isolated incident; quite the contrast emerges throughout the gospels as many unnamed healing miracles sweep through crowds. This man’s physical transformation grabs the high priest's attention and flip-flops the high stakes of this judicial drama.

Also noteworthy is that the lame man’s transformation aligns with historical Jewish beliefs, heavily emphasizing healing as a sign of divine blessing. This invites further digging into the culture surrounding the early church where miraculous incidents were weighed heavily, painting a vivid picture of how faith could amaze the skeptical.

Interestingly, this account reminds us that sometimes the simplest of testimonies—a live, breathing example of change—can become the most powerful form of witness. Just like this lame man's life post-healing, a single person's story can echo through history, challenging authorities and igniting faith across generations!

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