Passage of the Day:
When Jesus came into Peter’s house, he saw Peter’s mother-in-law lying in bed with a fever. 15 He touched her hand and the fever left her, and she got up and began to wait on him. 16 When evening came, many who were demon-possessed were brought to him, and he drove out the spirits with a word and healed all the sick. 17 This was to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet Isaiah: “He took up our infirmities and bore our diseases.” – Matthew 8:14-17
Reflection:
The gospel of John seems to contain two different endings, John 20:30-31 and John 21:24-25. One theory is that one of John’s disciples added chapter 21 following his death. Whatever the reason for these 2 endings, John wanted his readers to realize the countless individuals that Jesus cured, freed, healed and rescued from severe physical and spiritual conditions. Although John was the disciple whom Jesus loved, He did have high regards for Peter. Subsequently, when Jesus heard that Peter’s mother-in-law was ill, one touch with His hands caused this fever to quickly flee. A great way to honor God is to quickly serve others when your strength is restored.
Prayerful Action:
How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and power, and how he went around doing good and healing all who were under the power of the devil, because God was with him, Acts 10:38.
Setting Clear Boundaries to Live By:
Jesus came to earth to fulfill His heavenly Father’s will. In a conversation with a first century Tax Collector, Jesus revealed His true purpose, “to seek and to save that which was lost,” Luke 19:10. Just as Jesus came to do the work of the Father, Christians should spend their time on earth following God’s will for your life, Romans 12:2. This doesn’t happen by osmosis. Rather, you need to put in time studying the Bible, praying and worshipping God. The sooner you begin to develop daily spiritual disciplines, you’ll be on your way toward discovering God’s will for your life.
Song of the Day:
When the love for God and service becomes the core of your addiction, your life will slowly become transformed. While you don’t have the fortune of being physically touched by Jesus today, drawing closer to God will bring spiritual healing to your soul. May this song inspire you to serve the Lord.
by Jay Mankus
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