Jesus, the Paralytic, and the Power of the Blood | Generation of the Cross | Episode 23
- Preacher
- Jimmy Swaggart
- Tradition
- Church of God (Cleveland, TN)
- Published
- Length
- 54:04
About this sermon
In this episode of Generation of the Cross, Crossfire Youth Pastor Paris Ragan, joined by Associate Pastor Shaun Murphy, explore the powerful story of the paralytic from Luke 5:17-26, a man the world deemed "sinful" and "invaluable" due to his condition. We look at who Jesus truly is—the one with the authority to forgive debts—and how He further challenged social norms by calling Matthew to be one of His closest disciples. This account reminds us that while culture may discard you, you are infinitely valuable to God. It also highlights our desperate need for a community that will carry us to the feet of Jesus, a core theme throughout Luke and Acts. Ultimately, Jesus’ act of healing proves that He has released us from the debt of our own sin; there is transformative power in that forgiveness, and what we believe about it reflects our true view of the blood of Jesus Christ. Don’t forget everything God has done for you—your value is defined by Him alone. Key Words The Paralytic • Forgiveness • Identity in Christ • Redemption • Spiritual Community • The Blood of Jesus • Biblical Culture • Grace
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