When a leper knelt before Jesus, he didn’t question His power—only His willingness: “If you want to, you can make me clean.” Jesus’ reply, “I do want to. Be clean,” reveals the heart of God toward us. In this message, we’ll see how Christ’s touch overcomes uncleanness, how His willingness points to the cross, and how His forgiveness brings the deepest healing we need.

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Scripture: Mark 1.35-45

(Additional Reading: Mark 2.17; 2 Kings 5.7, 10; Numbers 12.13; Leviticus 13-14)

Warm-Up:

When you think about God, do you find it easier to believe in his power or his willingness? Why?

“Am I God, to forgive your sin and to cure you of your leprosy?”

- 2 Kings 5.7 -