Mar 1:40 | MHM | STEP | The Healing of a Leper. This story tells how Jesus healed a man with leprosy. It teaches us how to come to Jesus for help, what we can expect from him, and how we should respond when we receive his mercy. The leper’s faith and humility are examples for us, and Jesus’ compassion shows his willingness to help those in need. v. 40 : A man with leprosy came to Jesus, begging him and kneeling down. He said, “If thou wilt, thou canst make me clean” (Mark 1:40 ). The leper showed great humility and respect. He believed that Jesus had the power to heal him, and he trusted Jesus to decide what was best. When we come to Jesus, we should come with humility, faith in his power, and a willingness to accept his will for us (John 11:22 ).

‏ Mark 1:40

The Healing of a Leper.

This story tells how Jesus healed a man with leprosy. It teaches us how to come to Jesus for help, what we can expect from him, and how we should respond when we receive his mercy. The leper’s faith and humility are examples for us, and Jesus’ compassion shows his willingness to help those in need.

v. 40: A man with leprosy came to Jesus, begging him and kneeling down. He said, “If thou wilt, thou canst make me clean” (Mark 1:40 ^a). The leper showed great humility and respect. He believed that Jesus had the power to heal him, and he trusted Jesus to decide what was best. When we come to Jesus, we should come with humility, faith in his power, and a willingness to accept his will for us (John 11:22 ^b).