JANUARY 28, Mark 2:1-5 

Due to his growing ministry, we are not surprised Jesus attracted crowds wherever he went. In this bible passage, masses gathered to hear him such that houses or buildings he preached from were packed full.
In today’s reading,we learn of one such instance.There was a paralyzed man whose buddies wanted to bring to Jesus. However, the house was jam- packed and try as they may, they could not get in! They then had a good though dangerous idea. Since they could not get in through the doors, get in through the roof ! Climbing up to the roof was a risky matter as they had to carry their paralyzed friend. Clearly, their determination revealed they believed in Jesus and His power to save. Lowering the friend through an opening or hole must have been spectacular: the masses must have gasped in amazement when they saw the lowering of the paralyzed.

When Jesus saw the man, He could see the faith in him. Satisfied that the man had repented, Jesus forgave the man of his sins. That was more important than physical healing, but Jesus was gracious enough to also heal the man physically. As the former paralyzed man was instantly and completely healed, and took up his mattress-bed and walked off, the crowds were astonished!

Thought: Without faith it is impossible to please God.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, ever more give me that precious faith that believes every Word of the Bible. Thank You for this example of great faith. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen.