Jesus Heals Us Spiritually | Matthew 9:1-8

Discover why Jesus addressed the paralyzed man's spiritual needs before his physical healing, and what that teaches us about the faith of true friends.

KEY POINTS:

- A true friend knows everything about you and still loves you—walking in when others walk out

- The four friends overcame every obstacle, showing faith that Jesus could see

- We are spiritual beings having a human experience—spiritual healing takes priority

- Physical healing proved Jesus has authority to forgive sins

- Jesus calls us to get up, take up our duties, and move forward in faithful living

SCRIPTURE: Matthew 9:1-8

In this message, we explore the story of four faithful friends who wouldn't let anything stop them from bringing their paralyzed friend to Jesus—even digging through a roof. When Jesus saw their faith, He did something unexpected: He forgave the man's sins first. This teaches us that our spiritual condition matters more than our physical circumstances.

From First Methodist Church Wetumpka

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Join us for this heartfelt devotional as we reflect on the moment Jesus healed a paralyzed man—and revealed His authority to forgive sins. In Matthew 9:1-8, we see that our Lord offers us something far greater than physical healing: the restoration of our souls and peace with God. This timeless truth reminds us that no matter our age or circumstance, Christ's forgiveness is always within reach.

Jesus Heals Many | Matthew 8:14-17

Explore Jesus' healing ministry and what it reveals about His compassion for each of us individually, His unlimited power, and the promise of complete restoration that awaits all believers.

KEY POINTS:

- Jesus heals Peter's mother-in-law — He cares for individuals and their problems, big or small

- Jesus heals many — His healing power is unlimited over all sickness and demonic oppression

- Jesus fulfills biblical prophecy — Isaiah pointed to the Messiah who carries our burdens

- Forgiveness is guaranteed now; healing is guaranteed later — complete physical healing awaits the resurrection

SCRIPTURE: Matthew 8:14-17

Jesus didn't just heal crowds; He never lost sight of the individual. He saves us so that we can serve Him, and His grace is sufficient for us.

From First Methodist Church Wetumpka

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Jesus Comes To Us | Matthew 8:1-4In this New Year message, we explore Jesus' encounter with a leper and discover how God meets us in our deepest need. When we offer our hardships to God, He creates a masterpiece from our lives.KEY POINTS:• God has a dream for your life and the life of our church• The key to victory lies in your understanding of God• When we offer our hardships to God, He can create a masterpiece from our lives• Do you believe in the power of Jesus?SCRIPTURE: Matthew 8:1-4This message includes the powerful story of Steven Curtis Chapman's encounter with a broken cedar tree—a reminder that God brings beauty from our brokenness.From First Methodist Church WetumpkaVisit wetumpkafirst.com to connect with us!#Sermon #Methodist #Faith #Jesus #Healing #DreamBiggerDreams #NewYear #Hope

Glorious Joy | 1 Peter 1:1-9

Explore the biblical theme of joy and discover the incredible inheritance waiting for us as citizens of Heaven. Joy appears over 430 times in Scripture—it's at the heart of God's plan for our lives.

KEY POINTS:

- One of the most prominent themes of the Bible is joy

- Do you know true joy? The gospel opens a new dimension of joy that surpasses everything else

- We are citizens of Heaven—exiles longing for our true home

- We have an incorruptible and undefiled inheritance reserved in heaven

- Go claim your inheritance—you are a child of God, a child of the King

SCRIPTURE: 1 Peter 1:1-9

Includes the powerful story of Ben Hooper, who grew up facing rejection until a preacher told him, "You are a child of God. Go claim your inheritance, boy."

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Refined by Fire: Finding Joy in Trials

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-9

Peter writes to scattered believers facing hardship, reminding them of the living hope found in Christ's resurrection. Though trials test our faith like fire refines gold, these momentary struggles produce something far more precious—a faith that brings glory to God. Even without seeing Jesus face to face, we can love Him and experience an inexpressible joy as we await the salvation of our souls.

Key Themes:

Our inheritance in Christ is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading

Trials serve a purpose—refining and proving our faith genuine

Joy transcends circumstances when anchored in eternal hope

We love and trust a Savior we haven't seen, yet know is real

This message offers encouragement for anyone walking through difficulty, pointing toward the eternal perspective that transforms how we experience suffering today.

Let the music of Christmas fill your heart and draw you closer to the One whose birth we celebrate.

Discover the incredible truth about peace with God and the hope we have through Jesus Christ. In this devotion, we explore one of Scripture's most powerful passages about grace, faith, and God's overwhelming love for us.