311: Through the Roof: Friends, Faith, and the Son of Man’s Authority to Forgive
In this punchy episode, Rohan Bell and Jeanie Schwarz unpack the famous roof-drop story where Jesus forgives sins and heals a paralysed man—forcing everyone to decide who He really is. Big claim, bigger proof.
👀 What you’ll discover in this episode...
✅ 🧑🤝🧑 The faith of friends: how determined love tears through obstacles (and roofs) to bring people to Jesus
✅ 🧠 Thoughts read & sins forgiven: why Jesus’ authority isn’t just to heal bodies but to forgive hearts
✅ 🧩 Cause-and-effect caution: why not all suffering is tied to personal sin—and how to pastor people wisely in pain
✅ 🕊️ Sozo = made whole: the difference between being healed and being truly whole (body, soul, and spirit)
✅ 👑 Sign with a claim: the miracle as public evidence that the Son of Man has authority to forgive sins
⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 – Cold open, Malta shout-out, and the roof-drop miracle in view
01:13 – Why religious leaders came “from everywhere” & what they were looking for
04:56 – Faith in action: four friends, a blocked doorway, and a hole in the roof
07:24 – “Your sins are forgiven”: forgiveness vs healing and the danger of simplistic blame
15:58 – Miracle as proof: Jesus’ authority to forgive and the meaning of “Son of Man”
18:55 – Decision time: liar, lunatic, or Lord—and why you can’t stay neutral
🙋♂️ Reflection and Application
Who are you carrying to Jesus right now—and what “roof” do you need to pull apart to get them in front of Him? Also, where have you confused suffering with personal fault? Ask Jesus for a fresh, compassionate lens and the courage to act in faithful friendship.
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