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How do we know Jesus is the Great Physician?

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Jesus is called the Great Physician because He actively heals both physical and spiritual ailments, demonstrating His divine authority.

The title 'Great Physician' ascribed to Jesus is evidenced by His actions throughout the Gospels, particularly in the healing narratives. In John 5, we see Him healing a man who had suffered for 38 years, an act that signifies not just His power over physical ailments but symbolizes the spiritual healing available to all who are spiritually impotent due to sin. Jesus engages personally with the man, showing both compassion and authority in commanding him to rise and walk. This healing illustrates the comprehensive nature of Christ's work—He doesn't merely address physical maladies but also addresses the deeper spiritual condition that leads to those maladies. In proclaiming His ability to forgive sins and heal the sick, He reveals His dual role as both Savior and healer. His work as the Great Physician embodies grace, as He intervenes in our lives not based on our worthiness but according to His sovereign mercy.
Scripture References: John 5:6-9, Matthew 9:12, Luke 6:17, Mark 2:17, John 11:3, Luke 4:18, Matthew 4:23-24

Sermons (4)

Miracle at the Sheep Gate
Jim Byrd · May 25, 2016
Radio: The Physician And His Hospital"
Gabe Stalnaker · Dec 6, 2015
Good News For A Blind Man
Gabe Stalnaker · Aug 21, 2016
And He Healed Them
Gabe Stalnaker · Aug 20, 2023
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