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Miracles Week 11

Miracles Week 11

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 # Miracles Week 11: The Power, Passion, and Purpose of Jesus In the final sermon of our series on miracles, we explore the profound significance of two pivotal miracles in the Bible: the Exodus and the raising of Lazarus from the dead. These events are examined through the lens of three benchmarks: **Power**, **Passion**, and **Purpose**. ## The Miracle of the Exodus - **Power**: The Exodus is a testament to God's almighty power. Only the Almighty could part the Red Sea, allowing the Israelites to escape Egyptian bondage on dry ground. - **Passion**: This miracle reveals God's passion for freedom. He heard the cries of the Israelites and delivered them from slavery, demonstrating His deep care for His people. - **Purpose**: God's purpose was to lead His people to a land of peace and harmony, a vision for mankind that highlights His intent for human flourishing. ## The Miracle of Raising Lazarus Our focus shifts to the New Testament and the miracle of raising Lazarus, recorded in **John 11**. - **Background**: Lazarus, a close friend of Jesus, falls gravely ill. His sisters, Mary and Martha, send for Jesus, hoping for a miracle. However, Jesus delays His visit until Lazarus is dead, setting the stage for a profound demonstration of His power. - **Power**: Jesus' ability to raise Lazarus after four days in the tomb is a powerful testament to His mastery over death. This miracle shows that Jesus' power extends beyond healing to resurrecting life itself. - **Passion**: Jesus weeps at Lazarus' tomb, illustrating His deep sorrow over the effects of sin and death on humanity. His tears reflect His compassion and His mission to overcome the devastation caused by sin. - **Purpose**: The raising of Lazarus reveals Jesus as the "resurrection and the life" (**John 11:25**). It underscores the hope and victory over death that Jesus offers to all who believe in Him. ## The Role of the Believers An often overlooked aspect of this miracle is the involvement of the community. After Lazarus emerges from the tomb, Jesus instructs those present to "take off the grave clothes and let him go" (**John 11:44**). This act symbolizes the role of the community in helping individuals shed the remnants of their old life and embrace the new life Jesus offers. - **Community Involvement**: Just as Lazarus needed help to remove his grave clothes, believers today need the support of the church community to overcome the "grave clothes" of sin and old habits. - **Privilege and Responsibility**: Participating in another's journey to freedom is a significant privilege and responsibility for believers. It is a call to actively engage in the work of healing and transformation within the community. ## Conclusion The miracles of the Exodus and the raising of Lazarus highlight God's immense power, His compassionate heart, and His divine purpose for humanity. They remind us that through faith in Jesus, we can experience new life and freedom from the bondage of sin. As believers, we are called to support one another in this journey, helping each other to fully embrace the abundant life that Jesus offers. These miracles are not just historical events; they are living testimonies of God's enduring power and love, inviting us to participate in His redemptive work today.
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