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How do we know that Christ has the power to forgive sins?

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We know Christ has the power to forgive sins as demonstrated by His authority in Scripture and His actions during His earthly ministry.

In Luke 5:20, Jesus demonstrates His authority to forgive sins by telling the paralyzed man, 'Your sins are forgiven.' This display of power is remarkable as it was met with skepticism from the religious leaders, who questioned His authority. Yet, through His miracles and teaching, Christ consistently revealed His divine nature and authority. Furthermore, passages such as Mark 2 and Matthew 9 reiterate that Jesus claims this authority for Himself, establishing His identity as both God and Savior. The forgiveness of sins is an essential role of Christ in the plan of salvation, confirming the belief that He is capable of reconciling sinners to God.
Scripture References: Luke 5:20, Mark 2:10, Matthew 9:6

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