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Jesus Has Authority to Forgive Sins, Part 1

Jesus healed a paralysed man and he forgave the man’s sins. Which of these two gifts do you think was more important to Jesus? Pastor Colin talks about the surprising answer.

Colin Smith

Oct 4, 2024

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Jesus Has Authority to Forgive Sins

Explore the profound impact of Jesus' ministry through the stories of the leper and the paralytic from the Gospel of Mark. Learn what happens when you truly follow Him and how forgiveness is our greatest need.

Colin Smith

Sep 23, 2007

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