Jesus Heals and Forgives | Matthew 9:1-8

In this sermon titled “Jesus Heals and Forgives,” Rev. James Khongsai expounds the first eight verses of the ninth chapter of Matthew’s Gospel, revealing the authority of the Lord Jesus Christ over physical healing and the deeper spiritual healing that comes through the forgiveness of sins.

The scribes questioned this claim, yet Jesus confirmed His divine authority by supernaturally healing the paralytic brought before Him. This passage brings us to the very heart of the Gospel: our deepest problem is sin, our greatest need is reconciliation with God, and our only hope for salvation and resurrection is found in the divine pardon secured through the merits and work of Jesus Christ.

This sermon is part of the ongoing exposition of the Gospel of Matthew at Immanuel International Church, where the Scriptures are faithfully taught in the Reformed tradition, proclaiming salvation by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone.