John 5:1-9 - At the pool of Bethesda, a man had been paralyzed for 38 years. Jesus saw him lying there and asked, “Do you want to be healed?” The man explained that he had no one to help him into the pool when the water was stirred.
Jesus' power and authority are evident in this miracle. Instead of helping the man into the pool, Jesus simply said, “Get up! Pick up your mat and walk.” Instantly, the man was healed, showing that Jesus' word alone has the power to restore life.
The healing at Bethesda highlights Jesus' compassion and ability to restore those who are helpless. It also reveals the deeper spiritual healing that He offers to all who put their faith in Him.