In Search of Faith : Lesson 3
Text: Matthew 9:1-13; Mark 2:1-12; Luke 5:17-26
23 October 2016
Commendation of Faith
Example 1
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The faith of the friends of the paralytic
a) When Jesus saw their faith Mark 2:5
b) Power to forgive sins Mark 2:5
c) Power to heal Mark 2:11-12
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The absence of faith
a) Why does this Man speak blasphemies? Mark 2:7
b) Who can forgive sins but God alone? Mark 2:7
Example 2
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The Calling of Matthew Matthew 9:9
a) A tax collector
b) Invitation extended: “Follow Me” Matthew 9:9
c) Response of Matthew: “So he arose and followed Him” Matthew 9:9
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The significance
a) Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick Matthew 9:12
b) Learn what this means: “I desire mercy and not sacrifice” Matthew 9:13
c) I did not come to call the righteous, but sinners, to repentance Matthew 9:13
SIGNIFICANT LESSONS
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Forgiveness of sins
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Understanding and appreciating mercy
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Appropriate response
a) Heart-felt
b) Whole-hearted
c) Life-changing decision