Miracles as Invitations to Discipleship
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Pattern in the Gospels and “The Chosen”:
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The healed paralytic becomes a witness.
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Mary Magdalene follows with devotion.
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Pool of Bethesda (John 5):
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A man who has been an invalid and defined by disappointment hears Jesus ask, “Do you want to be healed?”
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After Jesus heals the man, the miracle restores not only the former invalid’s body but challenges him to live differently.
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Miracles are not just endings—they’re beginnings.
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The Enduring Message of Miracles
In “The Chosen,” miracles are:
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Personal: Jesus sees individuals, not just crowds.
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Relational: Healing restores people to family, faith, and community.
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Spiritual: Forgiveness and reconciliation outweigh physical cures.
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Transformative: Every miracle points to a new way of life in God’s kingdom.
By presenting miracles this way, “The Chosen” helps viewers see familiar Gospel accounts with fresh eyes. Jesus’ miracles remain as relevant as ever—not simply as signs of power, but as invitations into redemption, belonging, and faith.