Matthew 8 & 9- Jesus' Miracles

 

Matthew 8 & 9 – Jesus’ Miracles

 

Matthew assembled several of our Lord’s miracles and recorded them as proof that Jesus is the promised Messiah (I Cor. 1:22). Some helpful lessons are evident in these miracles.

 

Jesus did not minister only to crowds; He had time for individuals. He had compassion for people shunned by others. Peter and John had this same spirit: they ministered to thousands (Acts 2) and took time for one beggar (Acts 3).

 

Nothing is too hard for the Lord (Jer. 32:17). He can heal the sick and afflicted, calm the storm, cast out demons, and even raise the dead.

 

The centurion had great faith while the disciples were guilty of little faith. The men who brought their friend exercised cooperative faith, while the sick woman had almost superstitious faith. Christ asks you the same question He asked the two blind men: “Do you believe that I am able to do this?” 

 

The healing of the sick is a great miracle, and the raising of the dead an even greater one; but the salvation of the lost soul is the greatest miracle of all.  Jesus is the Great Physician who came to heal sinners, The Bridegroom who invites sinners to the wedding feast, and the Good Shepherd who has compassion on the struggling sheep.

 

Peter opened his home and Jesus healed many there, and Matthew used his home to introduce his friends to Jesus. The blind men who were healed spread the news about Jesus to the whole country. Jesus is seeking disciples and harvesters to help Him get the job done.

 

 

Please read the chapter listed so that you can understand God’s Word better. If you have missed any lessons, you can go to: God Plans For You at https://sherrysouthard.blogspot.com.Nelson’s Quick Reference Commentary. J. Vernon McGee Through the Bible. Dr. David Jeremiah Study Bible.