Early in his ministry, Jesus was acclaimed for his miracle working, but eventually, the "honey moon period" was over and opposition began to arise. When Jesus forgave the sins of the paralytic who was lowered through the roof, the Pharisees challenged him for doing something only God could do, but being God, he healed the man, showing that he could both forgive sins and heal bodies. (cf. Mk 2:1-12) What a consolation to us, to know that the power to forgive sins continues through the Sacrament of Reconciliation and is available to us in our Churches at regular times, or by personal appointment. Even, daily, we might ask God to forgive us, for we are indeed sinners in need of God's mercy and forgiveness...
Bro. Rene
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