Healing - October 5, 2022

Today’s Readings: AM Psalm 119:145-176; PM Psalm 128, 129, 130; Micah 2:1-13; Acts 23:23-35; Luke 7:18-35

This week I have been thinking about Jesus’ miraculous healings.

In a town called Nain, Jesus saw a widow mourning the death of her son. Jesus had compassion on her and said, “Do not weep.” Then, Jesus touched the cot that held the dead man, being borne from the town. Jesus said, “Young man, I say to you, rise!” That boy sat up and began to speak! The mother received her son, once more alive. (Luke 7:11-15)

When Jesus and his friends came to Bethsaida, a blind man was brought to him. Going to a space away, Jesus put saliva on the man’s eyes and laid hands upon him. He asked, “Can you see anything?” The man said, “I can see people, but they look like trees walking.” Jesus again laid hands upon the man’s eyes. The man looked around – his sight was restored and he could see clearly. (Mark 20:22-25)

In the gospel appointed for today, John the Baptizer’s friends are sent to Jesus, asking “Are you the one who is to come, or are we to wait for another?” He has just cured many maladies and cast out evil spirits. Jesus sends them back to the prophet, “Go and tell John what you have seen and heard: the blind receive their sight, the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, the poor have good news brought to them. And blessed is anyone who takes no offence at me.” (Luke 7:18-23)

Imagine what healing you would ask for from Jesus. What healing would Jesus bring to your family and neighbors? What healing are you praying for in our community and world?

I long for a quick healing from the grief generated by the tragedy this summer at Saint Stephen’s. If only there was a real and lasting, immediate resolution of discomfort and pain. If only the hurts and tears of those who are grieving could dry up in a snap.

It is not that easy. It is a long road. We are on that road together, and Jesus walks with us.

Katherine+

Questions for Reflection

When have you seen a remarkable healing? When you are hurting, how do you pray for God to be present with you?

Daily Challenge

Sit in prayer for 10 minutes. Pray to God for healing. Sit in the Divine Presence and listen for where healing with God will open and change you.