Pastor Mike moves into Chapter 5 in our study of John's Gospel.

This Bible Study centers on John 5, highlighting Jesus' sovereign healing of a man paralyzed for 38 years at the Pool of Bethesda, not as a mere miracle but as a profound demonstration of His divine authority and identity as the Son of God. Through this act, Jesus reveals His deity by claiming to work in harmony with the Father, even on the Sabbath, thereby provoking hostility from religious leaders who perceive His actions as blasphemy. The preacher emphasizes that while Jesus' healing was physical and sovereign, there is no indication the man ever responded in saving faith, underscoring the distinction between physical restoration and spiritual conversion. The message affirms the sufficiency and finality of Scripture as the ultimate revelation of God, rejecting the notion of new, experiential revelations that contradict the Bible. Ultimately, the passage calls the audience to recognize Jesus not only as a healer but as the divine Lord whose authority extends over all creation, demanding faith and obedience.