The cure of the deaf man with a speech impediment from the Decapolis, a "pagan region" is both a model for our own healing and a reminder that most often, the healing process demands time and work! From physical disabilities, diseases such as cancer, to addictions, personal contact, touch and deep prayer, (groaning) are necessary. Talk to anyone who has gone through chemo, radiation or surgery, and they will tell you; even just looking at them, the toll on their bodies is visible. Treatment centers for addiction range from two weeks to several months, with major follow-up continuing, for some, the rest of their lives. Jesus used his fingers to touch the afflicted areas, the ears and tongue and finally had to shout, "Be opened!" If this much was required for physical healing, how much more for spiritual healing or conversion! We want everything instantly, but learn the hard way, that long term investment and patience along with deep faith pay off in the end. May we again learn from Jesus how best to deal with our own need for healing and in our attempts to bring healing to others.
Bro. Rene
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