Preaching on Touching Jesus – Heals Those Who Touch
Let us reflect on the transformative power of faith, as demonstrated by those who sought healing through the touch of Jesus.
1. The Touch of Faith of the Woman with the Issue of Blood (Matthew 9:20)
“And behold, a woman who had an issue of blood for twelve years came behind him and touched the fringe of his garment.” (Matthew 9:20). This woman, burdened by years of suffering and societal ostracization, possessed a faith so profound that it drove her to seek Jesus amidst the crowd. She believed that a mere touch of His garment would bring her healing, and her faith was rewarded.
2. All Who Touched Him Were Healed (Matthew 14:35-36)
“And when the men of that place recognized Him, they sent into all that region, and brought to Him all who were sick. And they begged Him that they might just touch the hem of His garment: and as many as touched it were made whole.” (Matthew 14:35-36). Jesus’ healing power was not limited to a select few; it was available to all who approached Him with faith. This passage highlights the universality of His grace, and the completeness of the healing received.
3. Jesus Healed Many Through Touch (Mark 3:10)
“For he had healed many, so that all who had diseases pressed on him to touch him.” (Mark 3:10). The crowds understood that proximity to Jesus, even a simple touch, could bring about miraculous healing. Their faith propelled them forward, causing them to press upon Him, seeking their own deliverance.
4. The Power That Came Out of Jesus When He Was Touched (Luke 6:19)
“And the whole crowd sought to touch him, because power went out from him and healed them all.” (Luke 6:19). Jesus’ very presence radiated healing power. The faith of those who touched Him activated this power, resulting in miraculous cures. This demonstrates that faith is not passive; it is an active force that draws upon the divine.
6. The Touch of Healing for All Who Believe (Mark 6:56)
“And wherever he entered, into villages, cities, or countryside, they laid the sick in the streets, and begged him that they might just touch the hem of his garment; and as many as touched him were made well.” (Mark 6:56). Jesus’ healing ministry extended to all, regardless of location or circumstance. The physical touch symbolized the spiritual faith that unlocked the power of God. It was a tangible expression of their belief in His ability to heal.
It ensures health and comfort to those who are touched by it (the touch of Christ)
- The purifying touch Mt 8:3
- The soothing touch Mt 8:15
- The illuminating touch Mt 9:29 Mt 9:30
- The encouraging touch Mt 17:7 Mt 20:34
- The liberating touch Mk 7:33 Mk 7:35
- The blessing touch Mk 10:13 Mk 10:16
- The healing touch Lk 22:51
Conclusion
These accounts remind us that faith is not merely an intellectual assent, but a powerful force that connects us to the divine. Like those who pressed upon Jesus, we must approach Him with unwavering faith, believing that His power can transform our lives. Let us reach out and touch the hem of His garment, and experience the healing that only He can provide. Amen.
