March 16, 2025
Dr. Sam Thomas

Sermon Notes

Jeremiah 8:22
Is there no balm in Gilead?
    Is there no physician there?
Why then has the health of the daughter of my people
    not been restored?

I. The Balm was Provided

II. The Balm was Precious

III. The Balm was Powerful

IV. The Balm was Present

Next Steps

• I confess my sin and turn to Jesus as King for the first time.
• I choose to seek healing in Jesus rather than my strength.
• I commit to share the healing power of Christ this week.

Deep Dive

1. Why do we often refuse the help or treatment we need?
2. Read Jeremiah 8:18-22. How do we compare to the level of desperation described?
3. If God provides healing, how can we better run to Him and carry others to Him?

Springboards

1. What are some things that don’t mix?
2. Read Mark 2:18-22. How did Jesus teach that religion and a relationship with Him don’t mix?
3. How can we practice the discipline of Christianity without allowing it to become simply religion?