In what ways can we bring others to Jesus for spiritual healing? Setting the Scene—Mark 7:32 “Some people brought to Him a man who was deaf and hardly able to speak, and they begged Jesus to place His hand on him.” Key Observations • “Some people” chose compassion over indifference. • They physically “brought” the man—love in action, not words alone. • They “begged” Jesus—persistent intercession. • They trusted the Lord’s personal touch to do what they could not. Ways We Can Bring Others to Jesus 1. Intercessory Prayer • Carry them to the throne: “The prayer offered in faith will restore the one who is sick.” (James 5:15) • Pray specifically and persistently, just as the friends “begged” Jesus. 2. Personal Invitation • Andrew “brought” Simon to Jesus. (John 1:41-42) • A simple “come and see” can open a heart to salvation. 3. Practical Assistance • The four friends in Mark 2 removed a roof to make access possible. • Help overcome barriers—give a ride, babysit kids, translate, provide resources. 4. Storytelling • The Samaritan woman testified, “Come, see a man who told me everything I ever did.” (John 4:29) • Share what Christ has done in your own life; real stories invite real faith. 5. Loving Presence • People brought children so Jesus might “touch” them. (Luke 18:15) • Offer friendship, meals, hospital visits—let others feel Christ’s love through you. 6. Corporate Worship and Teaching • “Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ.” (Romans 10:17) • Invite others to gatherings where Scripture is opened and truth is proclaimed. 7. Spiritual Partnership • “Confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed.” (James 5:16) • Walk alongside people in accountability and encouragement. Living It Out Today • Keep a running prayer list and pray by name. • Look for obstacles (transportation, language, fear) and remove one this week. • Tell one person your salvation story. • Host a Bible reading in your home and provide a warm meal. • Follow up—healing can be a process; continue caring after the first contact. Scripture Connections • Mark 2:3-5—Faith of friends lowers the paralytic. • John 1:41-42—Andrew brings Peter. • John 4:28-30—Woman at the well brings her town. • Acts 3:6—Peter directs attention to Jesus, not himself. • James 5:14-16—Prayer and confession lead to healing. Closing Encouragement Jesus still responds to those who are carried to Him. Every time you pray, invite, serve, or share, you place a needy soul within reach of His healing hand. Keep bringing them—He never disappoints. |
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