Whenever you see something in person, you may be inspired to tell a friend about your experience. If you are an eye witness to a miracle, you will likely to tell anyone who will listen. In the case of Aeneas, paralyzed from an accident eight years earlier, regaining his ability to walk is a good reason to turn around.
“Aeneas,” Peter said to him, “Jesus Christ heals you. Get up and roll up your mat.” Immediately Aeneas got up, Acts 9:34.
Born with a severe speech impediment, I spent the first twenty years of my life wondering if the words I wanted to speak would come out correctly. Some days I could share what was on my heart, but most days I struggled to spit out words. There were times I felt like Aeneas, unsure if I ever would be healed. Thus, after college roommates prayed, laying their hands on me, I had a good reason to turn my life around.
All those who lived in Lydda and Sharon saw him and turned to the Lord, Acts 9:35.
As news spread about Aeneas’ recovery, residents of Lydda and Sharon turned to the Lord. Unlike individuals who experience temporary healing at modern revival services, its clear that Aeneas walked as if nothing ever happened. Unfortunately, most people don’t turn to the Lord until tragedy strikes. When you encounter a hopeless situation, don’t forget to turn to the Lord for help you so that your example will draw others to seek God in the future.
by Jay Mankus
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