Tear Off Your Roof | Mark 2:1-5

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Today, we’re reading Mark 2:1-5:

And when he returned to Capernaum after some days, it was reported that he was at home. And many were gathered together, so that there was no more room, not even at the door. And he was preaching the word to them. And they came, bringing to him a paralytic carried by four men. And when they could not get near him because of the crowd, they removed the roof above him, and when they had made an opening, they let down the bed on which the paralytic lay. And when Jesus saw their faith, he said to the paralytic, “Son, your sins are forgiven.” — Mark 2:1-5

The room was packed. People crowding every inch, spilling out the door. But that didn’t stop these four men.

They showed up carrying a friend who couldn't walk—and when the door was blocked, they didn’t turn around. They climbed the roof. Tore it open. Lowered him down right in front of Jesus. Because real faith doesn’t wait for perfect conditions. It finds a way.

Jesus saw it. He didn’t just see a paralyzed man—He saw their faith. Not faith spoken. Faith acted out. Faith with sweat on its forehead and dirt under its fingernails. Faith that refuses to quit until it collides with Jesus.

And what does Jesus do? He says something unexpected: "Son, your sins are forgiven."

Before He heals the body, He heals the soul. Because that's how Jesus works—He goes after the real issue first.

If you’re waiting for the “right time” to come to Jesus, stop. If you’re waiting for your "life to get cleaned up before you act," stop. Faith tears the roof off whatever stands between you and Jesus.

Right now, take action and tear off your roof by praying this simple prayer with me, and watch as Jesus provides you with the real healing you need.

Jesus, I don't know all the right steps to take. But I know this prayer is a step in the process. Receive this prayer as my step of faith in you. I am trusting that you will provide me with the healing I really need. Amen.

If you prayed this prayer with me, and this is the first time you've taken this step, let me know in the comments by typing: "I choose Jesus!"

#FaithInAction, #RoofTearingFaith, #SoulHealing

ASK THIS:

1. What’s one "crowd" standing in the way of you getting closer to Jesus?
2. How does the boldness of these four men challenge your view of faith?
3. Where have you been waiting for perfect conditions instead of taking action?
4. Are you seeking Jesus for surface needs—or for soul-deep healing?

DO THIS:

Identify one excuse you’ve been using to stay stuck spiritually. Name it. Then, today—take one bold, imperfect step toward Jesus anyway.

PRAY THIS:

Jesus, break down anything that stands between me and you. Give me a faith that’s not