Sermons on Mark 1:40-45:

Tools For Healing Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 27, 2021

We have no example of a disease that Jesus refused to heal. He did not pick and chose, or discriminate against anyone on the basis of their disease.

One of the great wars of all time was a war where all men were on the same side. The enemy was the small pox virus. It made all other foes seem puny in comparison. One of the greatest dangers for the Pilgrims and Puritans in coming to America, was this dreaded pox. They died in large numbers from ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45

Do You Want To Be Clean?

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Mar 14, 2022

The healing of this leper answers a basic question for all human beings, namely the desire to be clean.

Do You Want to Be Clean? Mark 1:40-42 40 And there came a leper to him, beseeching him, and kneeling down to him, and saying unto him, If thou wilt, thou canst make me clean. 41 And Jesus, moved with compassion, put forth his hand, and touched him, and saith unto him, I will; be thou clean. 42 And ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-42

Denomination: Baptist

One Pair Of Hands

Contributed by David Nolte on May 5, 2019

There are many kinds of hands -- calloused, arthritic, genteel and bejeweled. And there are the Hands of Jesus

“One Pair Of Hands” Mark 1:40-42 David P. Nolte Hands – some are gnarled and misshapen with arthritis; some are calloused and stiff from years of labor; some are smooth, delicate and well cared for. Hands can hurt or help, strike or soothe, grasp or give; exclude or embrace. Hands ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Be Accepting Of The Sick Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Oct 30, 2021

People can become so afraid of catching an illness that they will stay clear of anyone who is sick. Jesus challenged people to realize that caring for the spiritual needs of others far supersedes one’s desire for self-preservation

I wish to begin our message today with two quotes by Mother Teresa. Here is the first quote: “The biggest disease today is not leprosy or tuberculosis, but rather the feeling of being unwanted.”(1) In her humanitarian efforts in Calcutta, Mother Teresa observed much rejection and hopeless, as ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-42

Denomination: Baptist

Moved With Compassion

Contributed by Clay Ledford on Dec 13, 2019

Three of the greatest words in scripture are "moved with compassion:. What moves you? What moves your needle? Jesus was "moved with compassion" for the lostness of man (Matthew 9), for the needs of man (Matthew 14), and now for an individual who needs a touch and a word.

Moved with compassion #3 Mark 1:40 – 45. It’s personal. Everybody is motivated/moved by something. What moves you? Money, success, family, friends, politics, love. In this series we’ve looked at two things that “moved” Jesus “with compassion”. In Matthew chapter 9 we found that Jesus was “moved ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus The Amazing Teacher Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jan 4, 2020

The one thing we can never do with Jesus is be bored by Him. We can reject Him, we can receive Him, we can love or hate him, but he can never be boring. We notice in Mark that people are often Astounded or Amazed by Jesus - and we should be as well.

JESUS IS AMAZING: AN AMAZING TEACHER Text: Mark 1:21-45; Psalm 103:1-5 Introduction The one thing we can never do with Jesus is be bored by Him. We can reject Him, we can receive Him, we can love or hate him, but he can never be boring. We notice in Mark that people are often Astounded or Amazed ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-45, Psalm 103:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Timeless Reminder: The Power Of Love To Overcome Fear Series

Contributed by Dr Fr John Singarayar Svd on Feb 4, 2024

A Timeless Reminder: the Power of Love to Overcome Fear

A Timeless Reminder: the Power of Love to Overcome Fear Scripture: Mark 1:40-45 Reflection In today’s world, the story of the leper encountering Jesus holds profound implications for how we perceive and treat those who are marginalized, ostracized, or afflicted by society’s judgments. Imagine ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45

Denomination: Other

Un Recordatorio Atemporal: El Poder Del Amor Para Superar El Miedo Series

Contributed by Dr Fr John Singarayar Svd on Feb 5, 2024

Un recordatorio atemporal: el poder del amor para superar el miedo

Un recordatorio atemporal: el poder del amor para superar el miedo Escritura: Marcos 1:40-45 Reflexión En el mundo actual , la historia del encuentro del leproso con Jesús tiene profundas implicaciones sobre cómo percibimos y tratamos a aquellos que están marginados, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45

Denomination: Other

Isang Walang-Panahong Paalala: Ang Kapangyarihan Ng Pag-Ibig Upang O Mapagtagumpayan Ang Takot Series

Contributed by Dr Fr John Singarayar Svd on Feb 5, 2024

Isang Walang-panahong Paalala: ang Kapangyarihan ng Pag-ibig upang O mapagtagumpayan ang Takot

Isang Walang-panahong Paalala: ang Kapangyarihan ng Pag-ibig upang O mapagtagumpayan ang Takot Banal na Kasulatan: Marcos 1:40-45 Pagninilay Sa mundo ngayon , ang kuwento ng isang ketongin na nakatagpo ni Jesus ay may malalim na implikasyon sa kung paano natin nakikita at tinatrato ang mga ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45

Denomination: Other

All For The Glory Of God Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 7, 2024

Here's some hubris: “if I were God, I’d give a better response to prayer.”

Sixth Sunday in Course 2024 I suppose the most frequent question I’ve been asked since my ordination, and even before that, is “why after the years of prayer doesn’t God heal my physical problem?” Or it could be the sickness or injury of a friend or relative that is getting the prayer. “There’s so ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45, 1 Corinthians 11:1, Leviticus 13:1-2, Leviticus 13:44-46, 1 Corinthians 10:31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

Sermon # 12 - The Way Of The Cross Part 1 - Dealing With Loneliness Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Apr 9, 2025

There are so many people who are lonely because of various reasons. Jesus the Son of God, experienced loneliness and desertion too. Jesus died in our place to reconcile us back to God and has promised those who trust in Him that He will be with us from now to eternity, so we never need be alone.

We read in Mark 14:50, “And they all left Him and fled.” These messages for the next two or three weeks will focus on the way of the cross that Jesus had to undergo. As the time drew near for Jesus to be crucified, He faced some of the loneliest moments, when all of His disciples deserted Him, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:50, Matthew 26:33, Genesis 37:24, Genesis 37:11, Matthew 14:3, Mark 1:40, Romans 6:23, Mark 15:7, Matthew 27:21, Matthew 27:26, 1 Peter 2:22, 1 Peter 2:24, Matthew 28:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

The Supernatural Power Of The King, Part 1 (Matthew 8: 1-22)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Dec 31, 2024

Matthew, Chapter 8 describes the power of the Lord Jesus to heal the sick, cast out demons, and to show that following Him involves a cost that few are willing to pay.

Matthew 8: 1-4 - Jesus Cleanses a Leper Chapter 13 of the book of Leviticus gives the instructions on handling the disease of leprosy. Leprosy was a slow, lingering form of death on whoever caught it, with one of the consequences being permanently isolated from friends, family, and society. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:1-34, Mark 1:32-44, Mark 4:35-41, Luke 7:1-10, Luke 8:26-39  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Nothing Is Too Hard For God To Do

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 6, 2025

God specialises in doing the impossible, and no situation is beyond His power.

NOTHING IS TOO HARD FOR GOD TO DO By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Mark 1:40-45 Supporting Texts: Ephesians 3:20, Jeremiah 32:27, Genesis 18:9-14 INTRODUCTION: The omnipotence of God is a central theme in Scripture. In Mark 1:40-45, a leper approached Jesus with faith, saying, “If You are ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45, Ephesians 3:20, Jeremiah 32:27, Genesis 18:9-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Healing Touch Of Jesus SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023

Why did Jesus choose to touch a leper, considered unclean and untouchable by society? This sermon explores the significance of this act and what we can learn from it.

Why did Jesus touch a leper? Lepers were considered "untouchable" and outcasts from society. But Jesus chose to touch this man. Why? And what can we learn from His actions? Let's start with a trivia question: What is the largest organ in your body? If you're an average adult, your skin covers about ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45

Topics: Jesus' Miracles, Healing Of The Leper

When God Doesn’t Make Sense PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

To teach us about trusting God in difficult situations, obeying Him despite our doubts, and relying on His wisdom over our own.

Good morning, family! We're going to dive deep into Mark's Gospel today, specifically Mark 1:40-45, where we'll learn about trusting God in difficult situations, obeying God despite our doubts, and relying on God's wisdom over our own. This isn't easy, but as one Christian speaker, Francis Chan, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45

Topics: Trusting God