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The ministry of Jesus Christ in Galilee is marked by numerous miracles, particularly those of healing, which serve as a testament to His divine authority and compassion. These miraculous acts not only fulfilled Old Testament prophecies but also demonstrated the inbreaking of God's kingdom through Jesus' earthly ministry.

Healing of the Nobleman's Son (John 4:46-54)
In Cana of Galilee, Jesus performed a significant healing miracle for a royal official whose son was gravely ill in Capernaum. The official implored Jesus to heal his son, and Jesus responded, "Go, your son will live" (John 4:50). The official believed Jesus' word, and upon returning home, he found his son healed at the exact hour Jesus had declared his recovery.

Cleansing of a Leper (Matthew 8:1-4; Mark 1:40-45; Luke 5:12-16)
A man afflicted with leprosy approached Jesus, beseeching Him for healing. Moved with compassion, Jesus stretched out His hand and touched the man, saying, "I am willing, be clean" (Mark 1:41). Immediately, the leprosy left him, and he was cleansed. Jesus instructed the man to show himself to the priest and offer the sacrifices commanded by Moses, as a testimony to them.

Healing of Peter's Mother-in-Law (Matthew 8:14-15; Mark 1:29-31; Luke 4:38-39)
Upon entering Peter's house, Jesus found Peter's mother-in-law bedridden with a fever. He touched her hand, and the fever left her, enabling her to rise and serve them. This miracle, performed in Capernaum, highlights Jesus' authority over sickness and His willingness to restore individuals to health and service.

Healing of the Paralytic (Matthew 9:1-8; Mark 2:1-12; Luke 5:17-26)
In Capernaum, a paralytic was brought to Jesus by friends who lowered him through the roof due to the crowd. Jesus, seeing their faith, declared, "Son, your sins are forgiven" (Mark 2:5). To demonstrate His authority to forgive sins, Jesus commanded the paralytic to rise, take up his mat, and walk. The man immediately stood up, glorifying God, and the onlookers were amazed.

Healing of the Centurion's Servant (Matthew 8:5-13; Luke 7:1-10)
A Roman centurion in Capernaum sought Jesus' help for his servant, who was paralyzed and in great distress. Acknowledging Jesus' authority, the centurion expressed faith that Jesus could heal his servant with just a word. Jesus marveled at his faith and said, "Go! As you have believed, so will it be done for you" (Matthew 8:13). The servant was healed at that very hour.

Healing of the Woman with the Issue of Blood and Jairus' Daughter (Matthew 9:18-26; Mark 5:21-43; Luke 8:40-56)
While on His way to heal Jairus' daughter, a woman suffering from a twelve-year hemorrhage touched Jesus' cloak, believing she would be healed. Jesus, perceiving power had gone out from Him, affirmed her faith, saying, "Daughter, your faith has healed you. Go in peace" (Luke 8:48). Meanwhile, Jairus' daughter had died, but Jesus assured Jairus, "Do not be afraid; just believe" (Mark 5:36). He took the girl by the hand and said, "Little girl, I say to you, get up!" (Mark 5:41), and she arose immediately.

Healing of Two Blind Men (Matthew 9:27-31)
Two blind men followed Jesus, crying out for mercy. Jesus asked if they believed He could heal them, and upon their affirmation, He touched their eyes, saying, "According to your faith be it done to you" (Matthew 9:29). Their sight was restored, and although Jesus instructed them to keep the miracle private, they spread the news throughout the region.

These accounts of healing in Galilee illustrate Jesus' divine power and His deep compassion for those suffering. Each miracle not only provided physical restoration but also pointed to the greater spiritual healing and redemption available through faith in Him.

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And in that same hour he cured many of their infirmities and plagues, and of evil spirits; and to many that were blind he gave sight.
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The Life of Jesus Christ in Its Historical Connexion
... B. CHRIST'S MIRACLES WROUGHT UPON MATERIAL NATURE. ... JESUS RETURNS THROUGH SAMARIA
TO GALILEE.--THE ... Christ heals the Nobleman's Son.--Chooses Capernaum for his. ...
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Christ Heals the Nobleman's Son. --Chooses Capernaum for His
... ON his arrival in Galilee Jesus went again to Cana. ... who verified the proverb in regard
to Christ, "a prophet ... had to be roused by visible miracles and material ...
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Jesus Heals a Paralytic at Capernaum.
... did not prevent Jesus from working miracles, as disbelief ... as the plural of category,
and apply it to Christ. Others think that they regarded Jesus as a mere ...
/.../mcgarvey/the four-fold gospel/xxxv jesus heals a paralytic.htm

Jesus Heals on the Sabbath Day and Defends his Act.
... Christ's transforming grace still witnesses to Jew and Gentile that ... send the Son
to merely work miracles, but to ... sending of the Spirit"as at Jesus' baptism.2 ...
/.../mcgarvey/the four-fold gospel/xxxvii jesus heals on the.htm

The Early Welcome and the First Ministers of the King
... But this at least would be clear, that Jesus summoned them to ... As the tidings came
from Christ's lips, they were good tidings ... The miracles of healing came second ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture a/the early welcome and the.htm

Jesus Heals a Leper and Creates Much Excitement.
... Thus the disobedience of the leper interrupted Jesus, and thwarted ... meaning, always
hinders the work of Christ], ^c 16 ... human being as were his miracles] ^c and ...
/.../mcgarvey/the four-fold gospel/xxxiv jesus heals a leper.htm

The Miracles
... raises the dead, foretells the future, removes the seas, heals the sick ... But when
we see miracles and suspicious doctrine on the same ... Jesus Christ was suspected. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/pascal/pensees/section xiii the miracles.htm

The Faith which Christ Praises
... accidental that both the first and the second miracles in his ... No one ever proffered
to Jesus Christ honours that He put by ... They shall come' says Christ; then He ...
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Jesus the Bread of Life.
... impressed the onlookers at all His miracles, He says ... 3. But what Jesus especially
emphasises in the conversation ... What is there in Christ which constitutes Him ...
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Miracles Granted to the Prayer of Friends.
... with the Father, like his master, Jesus Christ, The Righteous. ... Jesus did not care
to be believed in as ... These last miracles are especially full of symbolism and ...
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