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Matthew 8:1-4

I Am Willing

Authority and Compassion · Matthew 8

Story guide: Jesus responds to the man’s request with willing, direct compassion.

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1When he came down from the mountain, large crowds followed him.

2And behold, a leper came and bowed down before him, saying, “Lord, if you are willing, you are able to cleanse me.”

3And stretching out his hand, he touched him, saying, “I am willing; be cleansed.” And immediately his leprosy was cleansed.

4And Jesus said to him, “See that you tell no one, but go, show yourself to the priest, and offer the gift that Moses commanded, as a testimony to them.”

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