Faith, Forgiveness, and the Favor of God;
Mark 2:3-8

I. The Faith-Filled Foundation: Recognizing the Power of Persistence
A. The Faith of the Friends: Boldly Bringing the Broken
B. The Faith of the Follower: Jesus’ Focus on Faith

II. The Forgiveness of the Father: Forgiving Sins First, Then Healing
A. The Favor That Forgives: Son, Thy Sins Be Forgiven Thee
B. The Folly of the Foes: The Fault-Finding Frustration
C. The Faith-Filled Response: Jesus’ Perception and Power

III. The Evangelistic Encounter: Engaging the Enemies of Faith
A. The Evangelism of Examination: Jesus Explores Their Hearts
B. The Empowerment of Expression: Faith That Moves Mountains
C. The Extent of Evangelism: From Forgiveness to Full Restoration

IV. The Exposition of Evidence: Demonstrating Divine Authority
A. The Evidence of Faith: Actions Speak Louder Than Words
B. The Evidence of Authority: Jesus’ Divine Power to Forgive
C. The Evidence of Expectation: Anticipating Miracles