Matthew 9:1-8
. Our greatest problem is sin – Isaiah 59:2
. Our greatest need is forgiveness – Ezekiel 36:25-26
Four Acts That Highlight Christ’s Authority Over Sin
. 1. The Gracious Bestowal Of Forgiveness – Vss. 1-2
. . . . Mark 2:4, Luke 5:15
. . . He knew their hearts – John 2:25
. . . Sin causes sickness – Psalm 32:3, 1 Corinthians 11:29-30, John 5:16
. . . Christ came to forgive sins – Matthew 1:2
. 2. The Evil Accusation By Skeptics – Vs. 3
. . . Blasphemy – Mark 2:6-7
. . . . Ephesians 1:7, Acts 2:38, 13:38
. 3. The Miraculous Healing of Paralysis – Vs. 7
. . . . Luke 5:25
. 4. The Incredulous Amazement At Authority – Vs. 8