"... and they were seeking to bring him in and lay him before Jesus, but finding no way to bring him in, because of the crowd, they went up on the roof and let him down with a his bed through the tiles into the midst before Jesus. And when he saw their faith, he said, 'Man, your sins are forgiven you.'" (Lk 5:18-20 ESV)
This man would not have been healed without his friends' help. There was no way he would reach Jesus without their help and support.
This man would not have been healed without his friends being persistent. There was no way they would have made it through the crowds if they had not been diligent and serious about their task.
More importantly, this man would not have been saved without their trust in Jesus. They weren't the ones who forgave the man his sins, but Jesus forgave the man's sins because of their faith. Their faith was exhibited through their effort. The effort was made because of their love for the man.
There are a lot of people out there who we need to carry to Jesus. Maybe they can't make it on their own. Maybe their too tired or afraid. Maybe they're afraid of the crowds or the jeering Pharisees. There are a lot of friends who need our help, faith and trust.
I need to be a busy worker.
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