“Jesus in the Book of Leviticus: Leprosy Part 3”
Wednesday Night Bible Study 06/25/2025
Associate Pastor Tyler Bessa

“Leprosy is deeper than the skin, and sin penetrates us deeply, sometimes in ways we don’t even see, numbing us to God’s conviction.” Pastor Tyler Bessa
Sermon Recap: “Cleansed, Not Just Healed”
If you missed this practical, convicting message, or need to revisit its heart-searching truths, we encourage you to watch the full sermon!
What This Message Was About
Pastor Tyler continued the study through Leviticus 13–14, showing how leprosy is a powerful picture of sin in our lives. This message wasn’t just about ancient laws but about how God deals with the deeper issues in our hearts, cleansing us completely, not just managing surface-level symptoms.
Key Takeaways You Don’t Want to Miss
Sin Goes Deeper Than the Surface
Like leprosy, sin numbs us, making us unaware of its seriousness.
It’s not just about what we do, but what is in our hearts that leads us to sin.
God is not afraid of your weakness or sin – but He requires us to let Him deal with it.
We Need Cleansing, Not Just Healing
Lepers were told to go to the priest, not a doctor. Why? Because it wasn’t just about physical sickness but uncleanness needing cleansing.
Jesus, our High Priest, cleanses us fully, not just heals outward wounds.
We must continually come to Him for cleansing, even after salvation.
Hidden Sin Can Return
Just like leprosy could return in old scars, sin can return if we let down our guard.
We must walk in vigilance, humility, and dependence on God to remain free.
The Mind Matters
The “leprosy of the head” symbolizes how sin can warp our thinking, searing our conscience if left unchecked.
We are called not to walk like the world but to be renewed in our minds by God’s truth.
God Wants to Cleanse Entirely
The law could reveal uncleanness but could not cleanse. Jesus can.
Confession brings sin into the light so it loses its power and cannot spread.
Even if sin seems widespread in your life, Jesus can cleanse you completely.
Why You Should Watch This Sermon
Whether you’re wrestling with a persistent struggle or simply want to understand the seriousness of sin and the beauty of God’s cleansing work, this message will help you walk in greater freedom.
Pastor tackled important questions like:
Why is it essential to bring hidden sin into the light?
How can I keep from falling back into old sins?
Why does God emphasize cleansing over outward healing?
How can I know if my conscience is becoming seared?
The Bottom Line
God doesn’t just want to heal your outward symptoms; He wants to cleanse your heart. Through Christ, you don’t have to remain in uncleanness. You can walk in freedom, humility, and deep fellowship with God, letting Him continually wash and renew you.
Biblical References from this sermon: Leviticus 13:42-59
Don’t let hidden sin or old wounds keep you from the fullness of life God has for you. Watch this sermon to learn how to live cleansed, not just healed, in Christ’s power!