Matthew 8:1-4

In Matthew 8:1-4, Matthew records the first of nine miracles in chapters 8 and 9 that emphasize the great power and authority of Christ.  Here, a leper approaches Christ believing that Jesus is fully God and able to heal him.  Christ does not not just heal the man, but even heals by touching him, showing that he cannot contract any uncleanness and is the one in whom all are cleansed.