Ep. 16. Matthew 9 Pt. 1 - Why Did Jesus Forgive Sins Before Healing?

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In Matthew 9, Jesus heals a paralyzed man, claims the authority to forgive sins, calls Matthew the tax collector, and challenges the religious assumptions of the Pharisees and John the Baptist’s disciples. Sam and Will unpack the historical setting behind these stories, why Jesus’ actions were so controversial, and what the images of new cloth and new wineskins reveal about the transforming power of the gospel. If you enjoy the episode, like, comment, subscribe, and share it with someone who would benefit from the conversation.

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction and Matthew Recap

04:26 - Jesus Returns to Capernaum

06:39 - The Paralytic and the Roof

17:33 - “Your Sins Are Forgiven”

25:15 - The Faith of the Paralytic’s Friends

29:51 - Jesus Accused of Blasphemy

37:09 - The Paralytic Walks

39:48 - Jesus Calls Matthew