Matthew 9:8
When the crowd saw this, they were awe-struck, and praised God for giving such power to human beings.
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In Context
7The man got up and went to his home.
Cross References
Matthew 12:23At this all the people were astounded. “Is it possible that this is the son of David?” they exclaimed.
Matthew 28:18Then Jesus came up, and spoke to them, saying, “All authority in heaven and on the earth has been given to me.
Mark 7:37and a profound impression was made on the people. “He has done everything well!” they exclaimed. “He makes even the deaf hear and the dumb speak!”
Luke 7:16Everyone was awe-struck and began praising God. “A great prophet has arisen among us,” they said. “God has visited his people.”
Luke 17:15One of them, finding he was cured, came back, praising God loudly,
John 15:8It is by your bearing fruit plentifully, and so showing yourselves my disciples, that my Father is honored.
Matthew Henry on Matthew 9:2-9
Christ Heals a Man Sick of the Palsy. 1 And he entered into a ship, and passed over, and came into his own city. 2 And, behold, they brought to him a man sick of the palsy, lying on a bed: and Jesus seeing their faith said unto the sick of the palsy; Son, be of good cheer; thy sins be forgiven thee. 3 And, behold, certain of the scribes said within themselves, This man blasphemeth. 4 And Jesus knowing their thoughts said, Wherefore think ye evil in your hearts? 5 For whether is easier, to say, Thy sins be forgiven… Read the whole commentary →