Morning Manna - Apr 18, 2025 - Faith Friday - Mark 2:1-12

On this Good Friday edition, Rick and Doc dive into Mark 2:1–12, the account of the paralyzed man healed after being lowered through a roof by his friends. The lesson ties the forgiveness of sins to the body's healing, emphasizing that Jesus paid for both through His crucifixion and resurrection. They encourage believers to boldly act in faith, even on behalf of others, to break through obstacles that separate them from the healing power of Jesus. Jesus’ response to the friends’ faith is a key teaching point, as is the revelation that Christ has authority on earth to forgive and heal. Rick challenges listeners to stop tolerating sickness when healing is already part of their spiritual inheritance.

Topics Covered

The healing of the paralyzed man in Mark 2

Faith is demonstrated through persistent action

Jesus' authority to forgive sins and heal the sick

The connection between unrepentant sin and physical ailments

The full scope of salvation: forgiveness and healing

Scripture References

Mark 2:1 – "it was noised that he was in the house"

Mark 2:5 – "When Jesus saw their faith, he said unto the sick of the palsy, Son, thy sins be forgiven thee"

Mark 2:9 – "Whether is it easier to say... thy sins be forgiven thee; or to say, Arise, and take up thy bed, and walk?"

Mark 2:11 – "I say unto thee, Arise, and take up thy bed, and go thy way into thine house"

Psalm 103:2-3 – "Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases"

Isaiah 53:5 – "with his stripes we are healed"

James 5:14 – "Is any sick among you? Let him call for the elders of the church"

3 John 1:2 – "I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health"

2 Peter 3:9 – "not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance"

Exodus 15:26 – "for I am the Lord that healeth thee"