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How do we know Jesus has authority to forgive sins?

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Jesus demonstrates His authority to forgive sins through His miraculous acts, including the cleansing of lepers.

The authority of Jesus to forgive sins is evidenced by His actions throughout the Gospels, particularly in the healing of individuals like the leper in Matthew 8. When the leper approached Jesus, he recognized Jesus’ power, stating, 'If thou wilt, thou canst make me clean.' Jesus' response, where He not only touches the leper but commands healing, emphasizes that He possesses divine authority. This authority aligns with theological teachings from scriptures like Colossians 2:9, which states that 'in Him dwelleth all the fullness of the Godhead bodily.' Furthermore, Acts 4:12 affirms that salvation is found in no one else but Jesus, signifying His unique role in redemption. His ability to cleanse the leper serves as a visible manifestation of the grace available to all believers, emphasizing that, through faith in Christ, we can receive forgiveness and restoration.
Scripture References: Matthew 8:1-4, Colossians 2:9, Acts 4:12

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