Introduction: In a powerful encounter, Jesus' healing of a leper demonstrates God's boundless compassion for all sinners.
1. The leper's desperate plea for healing shows humanity's awareness of its fallen state (Luke 5:12).
A. "When he saw Jesus, he fell with his face to the ground and begged him."
B. This act symbolizes our recognition of sin and the need for divine intervention.
2. Jesus responds with compassion, not only healing physically but restoring dignity (Luke 5:13).
A. "Jesus reached out his hand and touched the man. 'I am willing,' he said."
B. This response illustrates God's willingness to embrace and transform every sinner.
3. Jesus instructs the healed leper to show himself to the priest, fulfilling societal and religious law (Luke 5:14-16).
A. "Go, show yourself to the priest and offer the sacrifices."
B. Through this, Jesus affirms the transformation that leads to community and spiritual restoration.
Conclusion: Jesus' compassion toward the leper invites us to experience God's transformative love, engaging in acts of love and restoration within our communities.
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