Matthew 8 - Fear and Horror

Matthew 8: Can Jesus Truly See Our Hearts?

In this episode, I explore Matthew 8 to understand whether Jesus can see the hearts of people. We look into various events where Jesus performs miracles, such as healing a leper and a centurion's paralyzed servant. I discuss Jesus’ unique interactions, including touching the unclean and addressing a Roman soldier's faith, which was greater than any in Israel. We also delve into the challenges Jesus faces with his followers, his reaction to the storm on the Sea of Galilee, and his encounter with demon-possessed men. Through these stories, we contemplate the different reactions people have to Jesus and the things they might place above their faith in Him.

00:00 Introduction: Exploring Jesus' Perception of Hearts
00:32 The Healing of the Leper: Breaking Social Norms
03:23 Faith of the Centurion: A Lesson in Authority
06:24 Peter's Mother-in-Law: Healing and Service
07:58 Challenges of Following Jesus: True Commitment
11:53 Calming the Storm: Demonstrating Divine Power
14:22 Demons and Pigs: Confronting Evil
17:16 Reflection and Conclusion: Lessons from Matthew 8