'Blasphemy? I Think Not!' - Mark 2:8-11

Jesus knew immediately [that the religious teachers were accusing him of blasphemy], so he asked them, "Why do you question this in your hearts? Is it easier to say to the paralyzed man 'Your sins are forgiven,' or 'Stand up, pick up your mat, and walk'? So I will prove to you that the Son of Man has the authority on earth to forgive sins." Then Jesus turned to the paralyzed man and said, "Stand up, pick up your mat, and go home!"

—Mark 2:8-11 NLT

Key Thought​

Jesus healed people for many different reasons and under many different circumstances. The bottom line was this: Jesus healed folks because he loved them and wanted to bring them to God. In this instance, however, Jesus was moved by two additional things. First, he saw the faith of this man's friends, and he was touched by their concern. Second, he was frustrated with the cynicism and opposition from those who were present only to criticize him. They doubted his authority, so he demonstrated it: He healed the man! Then he emphasized that the miracle he had done showed he had the authority to forgive sins. The real challenge for you and me is to recognize that Jesus' authority doesn't extend just to his power to teach and command, but also to heal, mend, help, forgive, and bless.

Today's Prayer​

Holy and Almighty LORD of the ages, thank you that your authority was powerfully demonstrated in Jesus. Help me to open my heart to him fully and not only to respond with obedience to Jesus' commands but also to let him in to nurture and bless me. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.

Related Scripture Readings​

• Mark 1:22
• Mark 11:27-33
• Mark 1:27

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[Jensen]

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[Fern]

Jesus knew immediately [that the religious teachers were accusing him of blasphemy], so he asked them, "Why do you question this in your hearts? Is it easier to say to the paralyzed man 'Your sins are forgiven,' or 'Stand up, pick up your mat, and walk'? So I will prove to you that the Son of Man has the authority on earth to forgive sins." Then Jesus turned to the paralyzed man and said, "Stand up, pick up your mat, and go home!"

—Mark 2:8-11 NLT

Key Thought​

Jesus healed people for many different reasons and under many different circumstances. The bottom line was this: Jesus healed folks because he loved them and wanted to bring them to God. In this instance, however, Jesus was moved by two additional things. First, he saw the faith of this man's friends, and he was touched by their concern. Second, he was frustrated with the cynicism and opposition from those who were present only to criticize him. They doubted his authority, so he demonstrated it: He healed the man! Then he emphasized that the miracle he had done showed he had the authority to forgive sins. The real challenge for you and me is to recognize that Jesus' authority doesn't extend just to his power to teach and command, but also to heal, mend, help, forgive, and bless.

Today's Prayer​

Holy and Almighty LORD of the ages, thank you that your authority was powerfully demonstrated in Jesus. Help me to open my heart to him fully and not only to respond with obedience to Jesus' commands but also to let him in to nurture and bless me. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.

Related Scripture Readings​

• Mark 1:22
• Mark 11:27-33
• Mark 1:27

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Ⓒ 1996-2024 Heartlight, Inc. This material may not be reproduced in part or whole for commercial use without written consent. What Jesus Did! is written by Phil Ware and is available in book form. Scripture quotations are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright ©1996, 2004, 2007, 2013, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.

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Jesus healed and had mercy on the paralyzed man. What a wonderful work He did for others.

 

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Lottery is not mentioned in the Bible. It comes from the devil. Stop this and come to Jesus and be saved so you too will enter heaven.