But that ye may know that the Son of man hath power upon earth to forgive sins, (he said unto the sick of the palsy,) I say unto thee, Arise, and take up thy couch, and go into thine house. Luke 5-24 Scripture Insight
Scripture Insight By The Fresh Bread Ministry
Scriptures tells us that Jesus withdrew himself from the people to spend time in prayer; this was a daily practice in the life of Christ Jesus. He always prayed to the Father, especially before he would partake in any significant task.
Earlier text also states that Jesus was teaching in a crowded home and was privileged to have present Pharisees, and the Doctors of the Law (Scribes) there. The power and authority of GOD was upon Jesus as he preached and healed the people in attendance.
Because of the multitude of people, the home was overly crowded and a man being carried on his bed of affliction could not get into the house through the front door. So in order to get him in the presence of Jesus, the four men carried this man to the rooftop. They cut a hole in the roof and lowered the man with palsy down and in the presensence of Jesus. Christ seeing this act of kindness and said unto the man with palsy, because of their act of faith, your sins are forgiven.
The Pharisees and Scribes started discussing the words of Jesus quietly between themselves, stating that only GOD himself could forgive sins. And, howbeit that this man called Jesus would blaspheme in this manner. Jesus perceiving their thoughts answered their questions by saying to them is it better for me to forgive this man of his sins or to heal him of his affliction? So, just to show the Pharisees and Scribes the authority given Him through GOD the Father. Jesus not only forgives the man of his sins, but also healed him of his physical affliction; by telling the man to get up, take his bed and go home. After which the fear of the Lord came amongst the people and they began to glorify GOD for what they witness on that day.
When we come to know, understand and embrace the power and authority given to us the Children of the Most High GOD, we too will be able to release those that are bound with afflictions in the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth. For Christ Jesus himself have said that; 12 “I tell you the truth, anyone who believes in me will do the same works, because I am going to be with the Father. 13 You can ask for anything in my name, and I will do it, so that the Son can bring glory to the Father. 14 Yes, ask me for anything in my name, and I will do it! John 14:12-14 (NLT) New Living Translation
“Power and Authority resides in the Children of the Most High GOD”