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When Jesus noticed him lying there [helpless], knowing that he had been in that condition a long time, He said to him, “Do you want to get well?” --- John 5:6 AMP After 38 years, this man’s problem had become a way of life. No one had ever helped him. He had no hope of ever being healed. The man’s situation looked hopeless. But no matter how trapped you feel in your infirmities, God can minister to your deepest needs. Don’t let a problem or hardship cause you to lose hope. God may have special work for you to do in spite of your condition, or even because of it. Many have ministered effectively to hurting people because they have triumphed over their own hurts. --- Life Application Study Bible notes PRAYER Dear Lord Jesus, We all can see ourselves, in some sense, lame, weak, helpless, crippled and paralyzed waiting for someone to come along to help us. Open my heart and mind to the great possibilities of new life in You as a healed and forgiven person with clear sight, whole bodies, and unchained hope. Thank You for choosing me. In Jesus’ name, I pray