The man by the pool had no idea who Jesus was. Jesus does not mention a level of faith. When Jesus spoke, "Rise, take up your bed and walk,” the man was immediately made well. The sensation of strength flooding his limbs must have been overwhelming. I imagine he fairly leaped off his mat.
This story makes me thing of my allergy to sugar, caffeine and bananas. If I consume them I get a three day migraine. At the end of the third day when that headache begins to lift, my heart becomes lighter and lighter. When I suddenly realize the pain is completely gone, you can’t keep me from smiling.
That is how it feels when you realize God has forgiven your sin by his grace. You did no earn it. He simply did it for you.
