Pray the Word with David Platt Restoration and Reconciliation (Leviticus 13:45–46)
Mar 16, 2026
A reflection on Leviticus 13 and the social pain of being marked by disease and shame. A look at Jesus meeting and touching the isolated, bridging ancient law and the gospel. A call to reach those cast out and to pray and act for suffering believers around the world.
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Leviticus Frames Leprosy As Social Exile
- Leviticus 13:45–46 portrays leprosy as not just physical disease but enforced social isolation and humiliation.
- David Platt emphasizes the law's demands: torn clothes, uncut hair, crying out "unclean" and living outside the camp, highlighting the crushing shame.
Jesus Touches The Untouchable In Luke 5
- David Platt recounts Luke 5 where a man with leprosy begs Jesus to make him clean and Jesus touches him, breaking social taboos.
- The touch is highlighted as decisive: Jesus does what no one else would do and immediately heals the man.
Leprosy As A Metaphor For Sin And Reconciliation
- Platt draws a parallel between physical leprosy and spiritual uncleanness: sin brings shame and isolation but Jesus pursues and cleanses.
- He frames Jesus' touch as restorative, turning shame into honor and isolation into reconciliation.