Grace Fellowship Church

This sermon, drawn from Luke 5:12–16, centers on the healing of a man full of leprosy as a profound illustration of Christ's divine compassion, power, and the gospel's transformative grace. The account reveals Christ not only as a miracle worker but as the compassionate High Priest who stoops to touch the unclean, symbolizing His willingness to bear the sin of humanity and restore fellowship with God. The leper's desperate, humble plea—'Lord, if thou wilt, thou can make me clean'—exemplifies true faith that acknowledges both Christ's power and sovereignty, pointing to the necessity of divine mercy over human effort. The sermon draws a powerful parallel between physical leprosy and spiritual sin, emphasizing that no amount of self-righteousness can cleanse the soul, but only Christ's atoning sacrifice—imputed righteousness and the blood that cleanses—can bring true renewal. Ultimately, the message calls all listeners, whether burdened by guilt or unaware of their spiritual condition, to come to Christ in faith, trusting not in their own merit but in His willing love and saving power, which is available to all who come.

First preached by C H Spurgeon August 6, 1882

Heavily edited and abridged sermon of J.C. Ryle

A sermon by Charles Spurgeon, edited for clarity and length.