Lessons from the Paralyzed Man
Mar 30, 2025 • Fr Matthias Shehad
The profound reflection on the story of the paralyzed man waiting by the pool for 38 years,
explains there are some spiritual lessons embedded within this biblical narrative.
The paralyzed man, hindered by his ailment and awaiting miraculous healing, symbolizes the human struggle with sin, the consequences of which can span a lifetime.
A one-time sin can cost you whole life. A momentary decision that we make in our life can choose life or death , revealing the importance of making wise decisions.
It highlights the individual’s solitary experience of suffering and the need for perseverance when faced with life’s challenges.
Through Jesus’ intervention, the message underscores how God’s mercy surpasses human understanding and illustrates that healing—a metaphor for spiritual salvation—comes to those who genuinely recognize their need for divine assistance.
By acknowledging the source of one’s blessings, we need to cultivate a deeper relationship with God rather than merely accepting His gifts.
This reflection invites every individual to consider their own spiritual condition, the presence of sin in their lives, and the continual need for God’s healing grace.
explains there are some spiritual lessons embedded within this biblical narrative.
The paralyzed man, hindered by his ailment and awaiting miraculous healing, symbolizes the human struggle with sin, the consequences of which can span a lifetime.
A one-time sin can cost you whole life. A momentary decision that we make in our life can choose life or death , revealing the importance of making wise decisions.
It highlights the individual’s solitary experience of suffering and the need for perseverance when faced with life’s challenges.
Through Jesus’ intervention, the message underscores how God’s mercy surpasses human understanding and illustrates that healing—a metaphor for spiritual salvation—comes to those who genuinely recognize their need for divine assistance.
By acknowledging the source of one’s blessings, we need to cultivate a deeper relationship with God rather than merely accepting His gifts.
This reflection invites every individual to consider their own spiritual condition, the presence of sin in their lives, and the continual need for God’s healing grace.