As you reflect on Matthew 8 consider this a bit ….
This chapter doesn’t just highlight these miracles, but draws a center stage spotlight to God’s redemptive work in this act of the True Story. These aren’t just sideshow acts, but the main event as creation is healed by the Creator.
Think about it…
Just as God displayed his power over nature and oppressive forces during the Exodus, freeing the Israelites from slavery and leading them through the Red Sea, Jesus' miracles in Matthew 8 signify a new Exodus, where he liberates humanity from the bondage of sin and inaugurates a new era of salvation and freedom. There is no force- natural or spiritual that is stronger than the Redeemer himself.
But, just like the Israelites had to choose to follow YHWH so we must also decide we will trust and follow the Messiah.
Can you see the parallel? What other ones are you seeing?
