09/05/2026
Sin leaves us feeling isolated, but Jesus crosses every barrier to bring us near. In Luke 5:12-16, a man covered in leprosy—someone forced to live as an outcast under the law—approaches Jesus and asks, "Lord, if you are willing, you can make me clean."
Instead of backing away to avoid uncleanness, Jesus does the unthinkable: He reaches out, touches the man, and says, "I am willing. Be clean."
That is the power of His forgiveness. No matter what makes you feel distant, disqualified, or unworthy, Jesus doesn't keep you at a distance. He steps into our mess, cleanses our hearts, and brings us close.