Jesus Is Our Healer

 

Matthew 9:1-8

Jesus Forgives and Heals a Paralyzed Man

9 Jesus stepped into a boat, crossed over and came to his own town. ² Some men brought to him a paralyzed man, lying on a mat. When Jesus saw their faith, he said to the man, “Take heart, son; your sins are forgiven.”

³ At this, some of the teachers of the law said to themselves, “This fellow is blaspheming!”

⁴ Knowing their thoughts, Jesus said, “Why do you entertain evil thoughts in your hearts? ⁵ Which is easier: to say, ‘Your sins are forgiven,’ or to say, ‘Get up and walk’? ⁶ But I want you to know that the Son of Man has authority on earth to forgive sins.” So he said to the paralyzed man, “Get up, take your mat and go home.” ⁷ Then the man got up and went home. ⁸ When the crowd saw this, they were filled with awe; and they praised God, who had given such authority to man.

In this dramatic event, Jesus shows us his power to heal bodies and forgive sins. We all need both: physical and spiritual healing; do we believe Jesus can do this for us, or do we scoff and dismiss, as did the teachers?  It takes humility, faith and confidence in Jesus; virtues that we lack or in which we are weak. May we pray this day for an increase in them and be open to receive the healing Jesus sees as best for us.

Bro. Rene

Dear Jesus, you know best what I need; heal my weakness of humility, faith and confidence in you. Amen.