Faith and Healing in the Gospels

📖 Introduction

Welcome to this 7-day Bible study on faith, forgiveness, and healing as demonstrated in the Gospels. Throughout the life and ministry of Jesus, we see powerful accounts of transformation, where faith moves mountains and healing touches every part of the human experience. One particularly inspiring story is found in Mark 2:1–12, where a paralyzed man is lowered through a roof by his determined friends so he can encounter Jesus.

In this story, we witness more than a miracle of physical restoration; we see how faith and forgiveness are intertwined. Jesus first addresses the man’s sins, highlighting the importance of spiritual healing alongside physical wholeness. This teaches us that Jesus cares deeply about the entire person—body, mind, and soul.

As we journey through this week, we will explore what it means to have faith like the friends who brought the man to Jesus, who overcame obstacles and sought healing with determination and love. We will reflect on how forgiveness is foundational to healing and how Jesus’ authority brings restoration to all areas of our lives.

Whether you are seeking encouragement for your own healing journey or desiring to understand deeper the nature of Jesus’ ministry, this study will guide you through scripture, reflection, and prayer. Let's open our hearts to the lessons of faith, friendship, forgiveness, and healing in the Gospels, inviting Jesus to work in and through us just as he did with the paralyzed man and his friends.