In this sermon on Luke 5:17–26, Stephen Davey explains that Jesus not only heals physical suffering but proves His divine authority to forgive sin—the greater and eternal need of every person. As a paralyzed man is brought to Jesus by determined friends, Christ first forgives his sins, confronting the unbelief of religious leaders who rightly recognize that only God can do this. To validate His authority, Jesus then heals the man instantly, demonstrating that spiritual forgiveness has truly taken place. Davey emphasizes that while physical healing is temporary, forgiveness is eternal, reminding believers that our greatest need is not restored bodies but redeemed souls, and that those who come to Christ in helpless faith will find both forgiveness and new life.
Without a Prayer
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