October 27, 2026
Breakthrough Happens in Community
Written by Nicholas T · McKinney Campus
Scripture
And some people came, bringing to Him a man who was paralyzed, carried by four men. And when they were unable to get to Him because of the crowd, they removed the roof above Him; and after digging an opening, they let down the pallet on which the paralyzed man was lying. And Jesus, seeing their faith, said to the paralyzed man, “Son, your sins are forgiven.”
Mark 2:3-5 NASB
Sometimes we think faith is only about believing God for our own breakthrough. But what happens when someone around us doesn’t have the strength to get to Jesus on their own? In Mark 2, four men carried their paralyzed friend to Jesus. When the crowd prevented them from entering, they opened the roof and lowered him down. What stands out is what Scripture says next: “Jesus saw their faith.” The man needed the breakthrough, but his community helped carry him to the only One who could provide it.
Our faith is not always just for us. God can use our faith, prayers, encouragement, and persistence to help someone who is struggling, discouraged, or unsure of what they believe. We cannot save anyone ourselves, but through the power of the Holy Spirit, we can help carry people to Jesus just like those four friends did. Whom do you know that needs support today? Pray for them. Encourage them. Walk with them. When they cannot carry themselves, help carry them toward Christ. Breakthrough happens in community because sometimes the faith that changes someone’s life belongs to the people carrying the mat.
Prayer: Lord, give us faith that reaches beyond ourselves. Help us recognize those who need to be carried and give us the love, persistence, and faith to bring them closer to You. We declare these things in Jesus’ name, Amen.