#33: Thy Faith has Made Thee Whole

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<li> The sermon: https://apostolicinternational.com/sermons/THY_FAITH_HAS_MADE_THEE_WHOLE.pdf

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The sermon underscores the paramount importance of faith in the Christian journey. Starting with a biblical definition from Hebrews 11:1, faith is described not just as hope in God's promises but as a deep confidence that those promises will come to fruition. The sermon emphasizes that faith is a living and walking reality among believers, citing examples of biblical figures like Noah, Abraham, Moses, Elijah, and the apostles as exemplars of faith.

The narrative delves into the story of the woman with the blood issue, highlighting the potential consequences of misdirected faith, as she suffered for twelve years relying on physicians. The sermon cautions against placing hope where it may not yield positive results, emphasizing that faith in the name and power of Jesus Christ brings wholeness.

The story of blind Bartimaeus is presented as an illustration of remarkable faith, which not only recognizes the opportune time for healing but also has the power to bring the feet of Jesus to a complete stop. The credit for healing is given to the faith of individuals like Bartimaeus and the woman with the blood issue, emphasizing the integral role of faith in activating God's power.

The sermon extends to examples of faith exercised on behalf of others, such as the Roman centurion's plea for the healing of his servant and the Syrophoenician woman's faith on behalf of her daughter. These instances underscore the significance of compassion and concern for the less fortunate, demonstrating that great faith exercised on behalf of the poor and lowly brings praise from the Lord.

The conclusion of the sermon encourages believers to not only nurture faith for personal well-being but also to extend it to others, making a positive impact on the lives of those less fortunate. The title, "Thy faith has made thee whole," is echoed in the call to practice "Thy faith has made others whole," emphasizing the transformative and communal nature of faith.

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