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(5:8) When Peter realized who Jesus was, he immediately became aware of his own unworthiness. What is something Jesus has shown you about yourself that was hard to face but ultimately freeing?
(5:12-16) The leper was considered untouchable, yet Jesus reached out and touched him. When have you felt ‘untouchable’- unworthy of closeness and love- and how did Jesus meet you in that place? Who around you might feel unseen, isolated, or ‘unclean’? How might Jesus use you to extend compassion and the love of Jesus to them this week?
(5:17-24) Jesus forgives the paralyzed man before He heals him. Where in your life do you long for healing but may actually need forgiveness first? What holds you back from receiving it?

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