(Mark 5:25-29 NKJV) Now a certain woman had a flow of blood for twelve years, {26} and had suffered many things from many physicians. She had spent all that she had and was no better, but rather grew worse. {27} When she heard about Jesus, she came behind Him in the crowd and touched His garment. {28} For she said, “If only I may touch His clothes, I shall be made well.” {29} Immediately the fountain of her blood was dried up, and she felt in her body that she was healed of the affliction.
This is a well-known story of a woman who sought healing from Jesus. She had been afflicted for 12 years and the doctors of her time could do nothing for her.
At some point, she realized that she needed what Jesus offered. Knowing that this was what she needed, she made every possible effort to get to Him. She didn’t give up when she saw a huge crowd around him. She was determined and persistent and she pressed in until she touched his robe.
Her faith was so strong that she was instantly healed by simply touching the robe he was wearing.
What about us? How strong is our faith? How much of an effort are we willing to make to press into Jesus?
Do we say we have faith, but then just move onto something else? Or do we press into Him and seek Him, longing to know Him and touch the hem of his robe?
Knowing Jesus is worth every bit of effort that it requires. Let’s give it our all!
Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie
Seven Seas Ministries
P.O. Box 272
Bradford, RI 02808
401-377-5400
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