In both the Gospel of Mark and the Gospel of John, we see powerful miracles of Jesus—but are we focusing on the right thing?

In this sermon, we begin with the account of Jesus healing the paralyzed man, where the miracle itself points to something greater: His authority to forgive sins. Then we turn to the incredible story of Lazarus, along with Mary of Bethany and Martha of Bethany. At first glance, the raising of Lazarus seems like the centerpiece—but is it?

Jesus delays. Lazarus dies. Hope seems lost. Yet through it all, Jesus is working with purpose—revealing something far more important than the miracle itself.

At the heart of this message are Jesus’ words:

This sermon explores:

Why Jesus allowed Lazarus to die

What Martha understood—and what she missed

How miracles point to deeper spiritual truths

Why trusting God matters even when we don’t see His purpose

What it truly means that Jesus is the resurrection and the life

The raising of Lazarus wasn’t just about bringing a man back to life—it was about proving who Jesus is and what He promises to all who believe in Him.

Because of Jesus, death is not the end.

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