“And wherever he went—into villages, towns or countryside—they placed the sick in the marketplaces. They begged him to let them touch even the edge of his cloak, and all who touched it were healed” (Mark 6:56, NIV). Jesus was surrounded by people much of the time, pushing and shoving around him. Remember the woman in John 4 who touched the hem of his garment and was healed. She was just one of the perhaps dozens or so who had touched his robe. The difference was she touched him in faith. His disciples were sent out with oil-anointed cloths to use to heal people. There’s no magical healing in fabric, either those cloths or Jesus’ garment. The difference is faith.
The Touch of a Garment
Published by Sheila Graham
Briefly Speaking is full of hope and encouragement--that's my goal. I'm a professional writer who promises you sometimes funny, sometimes thought-provoking comment on my life in horse country in north Texas and on what's happening in the world at large. View all posts by Sheila Graham
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What is so wonderful is the way Jesus stopped to recognize her faith, to show approval, to point out her worth and faith to those around her. She became a testimony of his love. Thank you Sheila! Love ❤️ it!
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