In the town of Capernaum, a paralyzed man's encounter with Jesus reveals profound truths about faith and healing. When friends lowered him through a roof to reach Jesus, they demonstrated extraordinary faith and determination. While the crowd expected physical healing, Jesus first addressed the man's spiritual needs by forgiving his sins. This challenged the religious leaders' authority and revealed that our deepest needs are often spiritual rather than physical. The story presents different characters - the observing crowd, judgmental religious leaders, faithful friends, and the paralyzed man - each representing different approaches to faith. Sunday Is Coming, Week 5 Scott Moore, Lead Pastor May 18, 2025