Matthew 8

Commentary

Matthew 8 is a chapter that speaks to the power of Jesus and his ability to heal and perform miracles. In this chapter, Jesus is seen healing a leper, calming a storm, healing a paralytic, and casting out demons. These miracles demonstrate Jesus' power and authority over all things, and his willingness to help those in need. The leper in this chapter is an example of Jesus' compassion and mercy. He is willing to touch the leper, something that was forbidden by the law, and heal him. This shows that Jesus is willing to go beyond the law to help those in need. The calming of the storm is another example of Jesus' power and authority. He is able to command the wind and the waves to be still, showing that he is in control of all things. The healing of the paralytic is another demonstration of Jesus' power. He is able to forgive the man's sins and heal him, showing that he has authority over sin and sickness. Finally, the casting out of demons is a demonstration of Jesus' authority over evil. He is able to cast out the demons with a word, showing that he is in control of all things, even evil. Overall, Matthew 8 is a chapter that speaks to the power and authority of Jesus. He is able to heal the sick, calm the storm, forgive sins, and cast out demons. This chapter is a reminder of Jesus' power and authority, and his willingness to help those in need.

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