In a world as dark and broken as ours, it can feel like the light will never break through. But in John 5, we see a moment where it does.

Jesus enters a scene of deep sadness—a pool where the broken, sick, and hopeless gather, waiting for a miracle that never seems to come. He finds a man who’s been paralyzed for 38 years and asks a shocking question: “Do you want to be healed?” It’s not just about physical healing—it’s about breaking free from the prison of hopelessness, bitterness, and self-pity.

When Jesus heals him, it disrupts more than just his body—it upends the rigid, rule-bound religion of the day. Because Jesus doesn’t fit neatly into our categories. He is still willing to break the rules, the expectations, and even our doubts to bring real healing.

Are there areas in your life where you’ve stopped believing Jesus can heal? Maybe today, He’s asking you the same question: Do you want to be healed?