In the previous chapters, Jesus demonstrates His authoritative teaching. In Matthew 8 and 9, He displays the extent of His authority by His command over nature by calming the storm, by His power over demons, and by His power to forgive sins. Having proven He has the power to deal with anything you might face and the power to forgive sins, He is offering to forgive your sins.
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