📖 Mark 2:10–11 (KJV) The Son of Man Has Authority

 

📖 Mark 2:10–11 (KJV):
“But that ye may know that the Son of man hath power on earth to forgive sins, (he saith to the sick of the palsy,) I say unto thee, Arise, and take up thy bed, and go thy way into thine house.”

“But that ye may know”

  • Jesus wants people not just to see miracles, but to understand who He truly is.
  • His works are not random acts of power — they are signs pointing to His divine identity.

📖 John 20:31 (KJV):
“But these are written, that ye might believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing ye might have life through his name.”

👉 Meaning: Every miracle is a testimony to the truth of Christ’s authority.

“That the Son of man hath power on earth to forgive sins”

  • “Son of man” is Jesus’ favorite title for Himself, echoing Daniel 7:13–14, where the Son of Man receives everlasting dominion.
  • Forgiving sins is something only God can do. Jesus reveals that He is not just a prophet — He carries God’s authority to forgive.

📖 Daniel 7:14 (KJV):
“And there was given him dominion, and glory, and a kingdom, that all people, nations, and languages, should serve him: his dominion is an everlasting dominion, which shall not pass away, and his kingdom that which shall not be destroyed.”

👉 Meaning: Jesus is the promised Son of Man who brings divine forgiveness and eternal rule.

“I say unto thee, Arise, and take up thy bed, and go thy way into thine house.”

  • A direct word of healing and restoration.
  • The command is immediate — no rituals, no delay.
  • Jesus not only heals the man’s body but restores him to community life (“go thy way into thine house”).

📖 Isaiah 53:5 (KJV):
“But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.”

👉 Meaning: The forgiveness of sins and healing of our lives are inseparably linked in the work of Jesus.

🙏 Reflective Prayer from Mark 2:10–11

Abba Father, in the name of Jesus,
I praise You for sending the Son of Man, who has power on earth to forgive sins and authority to heal. Thank You, Jesus, that You not only restore my body but also cleanse my soul from every stain.

You speak with power: “Arise, take up thy bed, and go thy way.” By faith, I rise from weakness, shame, and fear, walking in the new life You have given me. Thank You for calling me “son” and restoring me to fellowship with You and with others.

Help me to always remember that Your forgiveness is greater than my failures, and Your healing is deeper than my wounds. May my life be a testimony to the world that You are the Son of God who saves.

In Jesus Almighty name, Amen.

 

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