Friday, 13^th June 2025

Alex Buabeng-Korsah

TOPIC: MORE THAN SILVER OR GOLD

THEME SCRIPTURE: “Then Peter said, ‘Silver or gold I do not have, but what I do have I give you. In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, walk.’” (Acts 3:6, NIV)

 

PREPARATORY QUESTIONS:

1. What could be more than gold or silver?

The lame man at the temple gate asked for money from Peter and John, but received something far greater: transformation.

Like Peter, we’re called to see beyond surface-level needs.

The world clamors for temporary fixes—approval, comfort, security—yet true need runs deeper. Every heart craves healing, purpose, and the life-changing power of Christ. Our role is not merely to give what is asked but to discern what is needed.  

Dietrich Bonhoeffer wrote, “We must learn to regard people less in light of what they do or omit to do, and more in light of what they suffer.” The beggar’s lameness was visible, but his deeper ache—isolation, shame, hopelessness—required a bold, Spirit-led response. Ask God to sharpen your vision. Who around you is “asking for coins” but starving for wholeness? A coworker masking loneliness with busyness? A friend substituting social media likes for true belonging?  

  Transformation begins with surrender.

Peter had no wealth but carried authority in Jesus’ name. Likewise, our effectiveness flows from abiding in Christ (John 15:5).  When we’re rooted in Scripture and prayer, we become conduits of divine restoration.  

Practically, how are we going to ensure that we become conduits of divine restoration?

Simply, we would need to immerse ourselves in truth. Spend time daily meditating on St. John's Gospel, noting Jesus’ promises of power and presence.  

Additionally, we would need to listen first. Before offering advice, ask, “God, what is this person’s unspoken need?” Pause to hear.  

Then lastly, we would need to pray boldly. Like Peter, act on holy confidence. Pray with someone now, not later. Speak life over their situation.  

You are not responsible for outcomes—only obedience. Trust that the God who healed the lame man still moves. Your willingness to see deeply, pray boldly, and love authentically could ignite eternal change. “Little children, you are from God and have overcome them, for He who is in you is greater” (1 John 4:4). March forward.

FURTHER READING: Acts 3

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QUESTION TO HELP YOU MEDITATE ON THE WORD

1. Do you see yourself as God's conduit of restoration?

2. When was the last time you asked God to bring someone who needs help your way?

PRAYER

Father, open my eyes to see others as You do. Equip me to offer not just my words or resources, but Your transforming power. Where I feel inadequate, remind me that Your name is enough. Make me a bold, compassionate agent of hope. In Jesus’ name, Hallelujah!

One-Year Bible Reading Plan

2 Corinthians 12; 1 Kings 16-17; Psalm 9