Matthew 8:14-17
Characteristics of New Testament Miracles
1. They did not depend on the faith of the recipient
2. They were not performed for money or fame
3. They were completely successful
4. They were undeniable
5. They were immediate and spontaneous
6. They authenticated a true message and a new revelation
. 1 Kings 17:23-24, Acts 2:22, Hebrews 2:3-4, John 5:26, 10:25
. There is no further new revelation. The canon is closed – Revelation 22:18-17, Jude 3
A. The compassionate tenderness of Christ’s healing 9 Vs. 14-15
. He came to serve – 1 Timothy 2:6
B. The Comprehensive Nature of Christ’s healing – Vs. 15
. Matthew 4:23-24
C. The Prophetic Fulfillment of His Healing – Vs. 17
. Isaiah 53:4-5