BIG IDEA: The greatest miracle is Jesus’ authority to forgive sins.
FAITH THAT OVERCOMES OBSTACLES (vv. 1-4)
Friends with faith point us to Jesus.
Faith will find a way.
THE NEED FOR FORGIVENESS (v. 5)
Forgiveness of sin is the greatest human need.
We must diagnose true needs.
AUTHORITY QUESTIONED (vv. 6-9)
Theology without faith can lead to error.
We must decide in our minds and hearts who Jesus really is.
THE AUTHORITY TO FORGIVE (vv. 10-12)
The authority of Jesus is demonstrated by His power.
Forgiveness leads to restoration.
