In Mark 5 a woman who has struggled with a bleeding disorder seeks Jesus while he is on the way to a man’s home whose daughter had died. There was a crowd pressing against Jesus and he was in a hurry. But this woman believed that if she just touched the hem of Jesus’ garment, she would be healed and made whole. The woman may have felt invisible after years of suffering. She does not ask Jesus for attention or even time. She simply believes that even touching the edge of his garment could make a difference. Jesus responds not merely to her touch but stops to acknowledge her and commend her faith: “Take heart, daughter; your faith has made you well. Go in peace!”
Jesus sees us when we feel invisible and unnoticed. Jesus sees us when we feel no one cares. But like this woman, we simply need to reach out in faith. Notice that Jesus calls her, daughter, a term of affection that welcomes her into God’s family of faith. Jesus commends her faith in front of everyone. And Jesus tells her go in peace, words of restoration, comfort, and assurance.
Whatever you are facing today, you do not have to have perfect words or perfect faith. Reach out to Christ. Even a trembling faith can reach a faithful Savior.
Prayer
Lord Jesus, in our moments of fear, pain, and uncertainty, help us reach out to you. When our faith feels weak, remind us that you are strong. Help us trust your presence and believe that no one who comes to you is invisible or forgotten. Amen.
Wishing you a great week!—Pastor TJ
Listen to recent sermons by Dr. TJ Jenney YouTube & YouTube
Podcast on Spotify: Inspire Messages
http://inspiresundaymessages.blogspot.com
Jesus sees us when we feel invisible and unnoticed. Jesus sees us when we feel no one cares. But like this woman, we simply need to reach out in faith. Notice that Jesus calls her, daughter, a term of affection that welcomes her into God’s family of faith. Jesus commends her faith in front of everyone. And Jesus tells her go in peace, words of restoration, comfort, and assurance.
Whatever you are facing today, you do not have to have perfect words or perfect faith. Reach out to Christ. Even a trembling faith can reach a faithful Savior.
Prayer
Lord Jesus, in our moments of fear, pain, and uncertainty, help us reach out to you. When our faith feels weak, remind us that you are strong. Help us trust your presence and believe that no one who comes to you is invisible or forgotten. Amen.
Wishing you a great week!—Pastor TJ
Listen to recent sermons by Dr. TJ Jenney YouTube & YouTube
Podcast on Spotify: Inspire Messages
http://inspiresundaymessages.blogspot.com
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