Professor Stephen Seamands writes in his book, Follow the Healer, that we were intended from the very beginning to live out God’s purpose for us in relationship with Him, others, the world, and ourselves. That means we trust and obey God, are open to fellowship with others, have purpose and security, and live in harmony and service. We are not only delivered from our sin, but meant to be renewed in the image of God.
Jesus didn’t just cure diseases, but He healed people to restore them and conform them to His image. As a nurse I saw people treated for their sicknesses, but not necessarily for their whole being. Their symptoms may have gone away, but maybe they were still left depressed and anxious. Jesus healed the whole person rather than just the particular disease, like the woman who hemorrhaged for twelve years. Jesus not only stopped the bleeding, but spoke healing words to her, “Daughter, your faith has healed you. Go in peace and be freed from your suffering.” (Mark 5:34). She went home changed inside and out.
Jesus wants to do the same for us so we can be set free and renewed in His image. Let us go to Him in faith, like the woman who touched the edge of His garment, and be restored.
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