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A Theology of Disability

Mac McCarthy

Jun 5, 2022

Bottom Line

The kingdom of God breaks in when we are present to people with Jesus.

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Bottom Line

The kingdom of God breaks in when we are present to people with Jesus.

One day Peter and John were going up to the temple at the time of prayer—at three in the afternoon. Now a man who was lame from birth was being carried to the temple gate called Beautiful, where he was put every day to beg from those going into the temple courts. When he saw Peter and John about to enter, he asked them for money. Peter looked straight at him, as did John. Then Peter said, “Look at us!” So the man gave them his attention, expecting to get something from them.
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.” Taking him by the right hand, he helped him up, and instantly the man’s feet and ankles became strong. He jumped to his feet and began to walk. Then he went with them into the temple courts, walking and jumping, and praising God. When all the people saw him walking and praising God, they recognized him as the same man who used to sit begging at the temple gate called Beautiful, and they were filled with wonder and amazement at what had happened to him.

Acts 3:1-10

This story is a continuation of Jesus’ ministry.

This story demonstrates the transformation of the disciples.

This story highlights mutuality and reciprocity.

Ditch Number One

We allow a person’s disability to define our perspective of them.

Ditch Number Two

We fail to see how a person’s disability impacts them.

Action Steps

  • Get to know someone with a disability.
  • Come forward and let’s pray for healing.