Cleansing from Sin
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The Cleansing of the Leper Leviticus 14:10-20
By John Nelson Darby0LEV 14:10PSA 32:3JHN 17:17EPH 5:25John Nelson Darby expounds on Leviticus 14:10-20, illustrating the ceremonial cleansing of the leper as a profound symbol of the cleansing from sin that Christ provides. He emphasizes that leprosy, representing sin, excludes individuals from communion with God, and that true healing comes solely from God, not through human effort. The sermon highlights the significance of the blood and oil in the cleansing process, symbolizing Christ's sacrifice and the Holy Spirit's work in believers. Darby stresses the importance of understanding and accepting this cleansing to restore communion with God and live a life reflective of Christ's holiness. Ultimately, the leper's reinstatement serves as a reminder of the believer's right to communion with God through Christ's redemptive work.
Mark 1:40
By Chuck Smith0MRK 1:40Chuck Smith shares the story of a leper who approaches Jesus with faith, believing that if Jesus is willing, He can cleanse him from his incurable disease. The leper's condition symbolizes sin, which can destroy lives and lead to spiritual death, yet Jesus responds with compassion, touching the leper and declaring him clean. This act demonstrates the power of Jesus' words and His willingness to heal those who come to Him in faith, regardless of their past. Smith emphasizes that just as the leper was cleansed, so too can anyone be made whole through the blood of Jesus, highlighting the transformative touch of the Master’s hand in our lives.
Naaman - or the Second " but."
By G. Campbell Morgan0ISA 43:25MAT 18:3LUK 4:27JHN 6:37ROM 8:322CO 5:17EPH 2:8PHP 4:13HEB 13:51JN 1:9G. Campbell Morgan emphasizes the transformative journey of Naaman, who, despite his high status, was a leper, illustrating the profound truth that many privileged individuals may still miss God's blessings. He contrasts Naaman's cleansing with the lepers in Israel who remained unhealed, highlighting the necessity of personal appropriation of God's grace. Morgan urges listeners to recognize their own 'first but'—the acknowledgment of sin—and to seek the 'second but'—the experience of being cleansed by Christ. He outlines the threefold need for pardon, purity, and power, affirming that Jesus meets these needs through His sacrifice. Ultimately, Morgan calls for a complete surrender to God, encouraging believers to come to Him without preconceived notions or demands, trusting in His ability to heal and transform.
The Cleansing of Sin
By Andrew Murray0PSA 51:10MAT 5:6JHN 15:3ROM 8:12CO 5:17EPH 5:26TIT 3:5HEB 9:141JN 1:71JN 1:9Andrew Murray emphasizes the dual promise of God in the cleansing of sin, highlighting that while forgiveness is a declaration of acquittal, cleansing is an experiential transformation that liberates us from unrighteousness. He explains that both forgiveness and cleansing are obtained through the blood of Jesus, which not only breaks the power of sin but also purifies our hearts. Murray encourages believers to actively desire and receive this cleansing through faith, recognizing that it is a divine work that must be embraced for it to manifest in their lives. He stresses the importance of a strong yearning for purity and the necessity of faith in experiencing God's cleansing power. Ultimately, he calls on believers to trust in God's promises for continual cleansing and transformation.