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Jesus: Healer, Part 6 Pastor Gary Denbow Isaiah 53:5 1. The man with a withered hand. (Mark 3:1-5, Matt. 12:10-13, Luke 6:6-11) • “They were watching” as Jesus entered the synagogue. • A stone mason with a dried and shrunken hand in the crowd. • The man was there by the plan of God to provide a lesson in healing and redemption. • “Is it lawful on the Sabbath to do good or do harm, to save a life or to kill”. • Healing was immediate as Jesus told the man to stretch out his arm. 2. Centurion’s paralyzed servant. (Matt 8:5-13, Luke 7:1-10) • The servant was brought to Capernaum by the centurion, the centurion had compassion and concern for the man. • The centurion approached Jesus about healing, and immediately Jesus began towards his residence. • The centurions’ friends met Jesus on the street asking Him not to come to the house, but rather “say the word” so that the man would be healed. • Jesus marveled at the centurion’s faith. The servant was healed by Jesus’ silent will. 3. Malchus. (Luke 22:49-51 • Roman soldiers came to the Garden of Gethsemane to arrest Jesus.Peter drew his sword and cut off Malchus’ ear. • Jesus intervened, reached out and touched his ear, it was immediately healed.

As For Me and My House… Pastor Matt Haflett Joshua 24:14-15 1. self… • self is a modern day god and liar, telling you that the world is all about you and that that your happiness is most important of all. • The world is constantly aimed at worshipping self-appealing to ego, physical stature, or empty happiness. • Following the god of self will lead away from God. (Jer. 17:9, Prov. 14:12) • Put the god of self to death and serve the Lord. (Matt. 16:24-26, Col. 3:1-5) 2. Obedience… • We must choose obedience to God, including prayer. • The thought of obedience comes with rebellion, but we must remember that God is a loving father. • Faith often times includes blind obedience to God, knowing that He loves us and plans the best outcomes for our lives. (John 14:15, Mark 12:29-31)) 3. Integrity and Honor… • We are called to treat people with honor. All man is created in God’s image, and therefore are worthy of honor. (1 Pet. 2:17) • There is no loophole in the bible for political strife. • We serve the King of Kings. We have been called to a higher power and it should show in out choices, words, actions, and deeds. • A light shines brightest in the darkest of places.

The Gift of Life Pastor Matt Haflett 1. Imago Dei – The Image of God • Every human who was, is, and will be was made in the image of God. (Genesis 1:26-28) • Adam and Eve are the original image bearers of God, from whom our earthly family tree comes. • God is Spirit. Our soul and conscience has Gods attributes. 2. The conception of LIFE • What does God’s Word say about it? • Psalms 51:5 – I was sinful from the time my mother conceived me. • Psalms 139:13-16 – “For you formed my inward parts; You wove me in my mother’s womb…” • There is no doubt what the Bible says, that God is active in shaping and forming children in the womb. 3. God’s Plans • God has plans and purpose for the unborn. (Jeremiah 1:5) • Christians must continue the fight for children who God already has a purpose for. • Our fight does not stop at the womb. We must be influential figures in the hearts and minds of young people. • We must walk beside them in their walk with Jesus. “Learn to do right; seek justice. Defend the oppresses. Take up the case of the fatherless, plead the case of the widow. (Isaiah 1:17)

Jesus: Healer, Part V Pastor Gary Denbow Isaiah 53:5 Jesus was healer of every disease 1. The paralyzed man in Capernaum (Mark 2:3-12) • The man was paralyzed to the point that he had to be carried • There was preaching (v.2) • There was compassion (v.3) • There was faith (v.4) • There was forgiveness (v.5) • There was rebuke (v.8) • There was healing (v.10). 2. The disabled person in Jerusalem. (John 5:1-14) • The miracle takes place in Jerusalem at the Pool of Bethesda. • The people faith was in the stirring of the water. They waited for an angel from God to come and stir the waters. • “Do you wish to get well?” a difficult question. • Jesus spoke healing words to the man. • Immediately he became well and picked up his pallet. • Jesus healed his body, and very likely his mind.

Jesus: Healer, Part IV Pastor Gary Denbow Isaiah 53:5 Jesus was healer of every disease 1. The Blind Man in Bethsaida. (Mark 8:22-26) • Bethsaida was cursed by Jesus for rejecting the gospel. • Jesus led the man out of town • He put spittle on the man’s eyes • The man was healed instantly, but with gradual clearing of sight. 2. The Man Born Blind in Jerusalem. (John 9:1-7) • God would get glory for this man’s healing. • Jesus used his spittle to make a clay plaster for the man’s eyes. He then commanded the man to wash it off. • The man was turned into the Pharisees for his own healing, by neighbors. • Jesus returned to him with a message of complete salvation. 3. Two blind men in Jericho. (Mark 10:45-52, Matt 20:29-34, Luke 18:35-43) • Bartimaeus heard a great commotion and became excited to hear of Jesus coming to town. • The cry of Bartimaeus to Jesus. • Jesus was stopped by the cry and demanded the person be brought to him. • Jesus spoke healing, and the man became a disciple, living for the glory of God

Jesus: Healer, Part IV Pastor Gary Denbow Isaiah 53:5 Jesus was healer of every disease 1. The Blind Man in Bethsaida. (Mark 8:22-26) • Bethsaida was cursed by Jesus for rejecting the gospel. • Jesus led the man out of town • He put spittle on the man’s eyes • The man was healed instantly, but with gradual clearing of sight. 2. The Man Born Blind in Jerusalem. (John 9:1-7) • God would get glory for this man’s healing. • Jesus used his spittle to make a clay plaster for the man’s eyes. He then commanded the man to wash it off. • The man was turned into the Pharisees for his own healing, by neighbors. • Jesus returned to him with a message of complete salvation. 3. Two blind men in Jericho. (Mark 10:45-52, Matt 20:29-34, Luke 18:35-43) • Bartimaeus heard a great commotion and became excited to hear of Jesus coming to town. • The cry of Bartimaeus to Jesus. • Jesus was stopped by the cry and demanded the person be brought to him. • Jesus spoke healing, and the man became a disciple, living for the glory of God.

Jesus: Healer, Part III Pastor Gary Denbow Isaiah 53:5 Biblical Christianity is based on faith. Faith enters and is built as the Word of God is perceived. Jesus was healer of every disease 1. The Blind Men at Capernaum. (Matt 9:27-31) • We are not told the reason for blindness, but that they we followers, cried out to Jesus for mercy, and begged for mercy from “The Son of David.” • Jesus questions their faith. • Jesus touches their eyes. • Jesus spoke healing “according to their faith.” 2. The Man Who Could Not Speak. (Matt 9:32-34) • Who are “they”? • The mute man was “demon-possessed” • Jesus cast out the demon and immediately the man could speak. • People were in awe, but Pharisees accredited the healing to demonic power. 3. The Deaf Man in Galilee. (Mark 7:31-37) • His friends bring him to Jesus, asking for healing. • Jesus took the man aside to have personal time with him. • Jesus put fingers in his ears and touched his tongue. Immediately he could hear and speak. • The multitude around Jesus went wild!

Jesus: Healer, Part II Pastor Gary Denbow Isaiah 53:5 Jesus was healer of every disease 1. The Syrophoenician Woman’s Daughter. (Matt 15:32-38) • Jesus took time off, travelled north to Tyre & Sidon to rest. • News spread in the area; a gentile woman brought her needs to Jesus. • The mother persisted when Jesus pulled back. • Jesus healed the girl with silent will, without touch. 2. The Woman with a Spirit on Infirmity. (Luk 13:10-17) • A miracle somewhere in Judea. • A sickness caused by an evil spirit. (vs. 16) A curvature in her spine unable to stand straight. • Jesus spoke healing, then laid His hands on her. Immediate healing. • Jesus then stumps the synagogue leaders. 3. The Man with Dropsy. (Luk 14:1-6) • Probably occurred in Perea, was believed to be a setup to trap Jesus. • Jesus “took hold of the man” and healed him by means unknown. 4. Th ten lepers in “No Man’s Land.” (Luk 17:11-18) • Occurred while traveling between Samaria and Galilee. • The men stood at a distance and cried out to Jesus. Jesus called out for the men to go and present to the priests; they were healed by Jesus’ will.

Jesus: Healer, Part II Pastor Gary Denbow Isaiah 53:5 Jesus was healer of every disease 1. The Syrophoenician Woman’s Daughter. (Matt 15:32-38) • Jesus took time off, travelled north to Tyre & Sidon to rest. • News spread in the area; a gentile woman brought her needs to Jesus. • The mother persisted when Jesus pulled back. • Jesus healed the girl with silent will, without touch. 2. The Woman with a Spirit on Infirmity. (Luk 13:10-17) • A miracle somewhere in Judea. • A sickness caused by an evil spirit. (vs. 16) A curvature in her spine unable to stand straight. • Jesus spoke healing, then laid His hands on her. Immediate healing. • Jesus then stumps the synagogue leaders. 3. The Man with Dropsy. (Luk 14:1-6) • Probably occurred in Perea, was believed to be a setup to trap Jesus. • Jesus “took hold of the man” and healed him by means unknown. 4. Th ten lepers in “No Man’s Land.” (Luk 17:11-18) • Occurred while traveling between Samaria and Galilee. • The men stood at a distance and cried out to Jesus. • Jesus called out for the men to go and present to the priests; they were healed by Jesus’ will.

The Cloud of Guidance Special Guest Pastor John Musgrave: Ohio Ministry Network Spirit filled Christ followers will find in God’s Cloud: • Protection • Guidance • Authority • Presence • Power Exodus 13:21-22 John 16:12-15 Just as the Cloud of God guided the Israelites, the cloud (Holy Spirit) guides His Children today. 2 Samuel 22:29-30 Psalm 18:28-29

Jesus: Healer Pastor Gary Denbow Isaiah 53:5 Jesus was healer of every disease 1. The nobleman’s son. (John 4:46-54) • The person is healed 20 miles away from where Jesus proclaimed. • “Go your way; your son lives.” Healing by spoken word. • Faith! Jesus spoke and the man believed and acted. • The nobleman’s household came to Christ as a result. 2. Peter’s mother-in-law. • Peter’s house was likely “headquarters” for Jesus while resting in Capernaum. • Peter’s mother-in-law had a great fever, as opposed to a minor one. • Jesus stood over her with no fear of the illness. • The fever left as Jesus took her hand and lifted her from the bed. 3. The leper at the Synagogue in Capernaum • Leprosy was dreaded, and the infected were isolated. • The leper worshipped and expressed faith in Jesus. • Jesus healed a 20-year disease progression with a single touch. 4. The woman with the issue of blood (Matt. 9:20; Mark 5:25) • The woman was hemorrhaging. • She reached t to touch Jesus and was instantly healed. • Faith in Christ must be expressed for healing.