Tuesday, November 5, 2013

Jesus Heals The Sick

"Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick." Mark 2:17

Jesus declares that His purpose in coming was for those who needed Him, not those who think that they are 'good', righteous, or spiritually well. His purpose was to minister to those who know that they need Him. It is through Him that we gain access to Heaven. But, another thing miraculous happens when we accept Him into our lives; we can go boldly before the throne of God.
Hebrews 4:16 says, "Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need." Because we as Christians have accepted Christ as our Savior we can now approach God (the throne of Grace). 'The time of need' that the author of Hebrews is speaking about is when we have trials and tribulations.
Paul says it this way, "Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ." (Romans 5:1) Believing in Christ and having faith in Him gives us peace, meaning that we are no longer at war with God because we have repented and have now been placed into the Army of God. Being on the right side of the fight gives us access as Christians to the ultimate Commander in Chief; God. We aren't fighting against Him by sinning, we are fighting for Him!
Paul also goes onto to talk about tribulations and the work that it does in us in Romans Chapter Five. Did you know that Paul was an expert in tribulations. He talks about his tribulations such as being beaten, stoned to death, shipwrecked, and severely mistreated by others. When Paul talks about tribulations he is talking about a whole spectrum of things such as physical hardships, mental and physical sufferings, and distress. There are a wide range of tribulations that can be discussed. Paul also goes on to say in Romans Chapter 5 verse 3 that we glory in tribulations.
It's not popular to say that Christians will have tribulations and it's definitely not popular to say that we should glory in them. However, we should because we know that it makes us stronger and makes our faith stronger. Not only that, but we know that the Mighty Physician is there to help and guide us.
No matter what you are going through today whether it is physical hardships, loss of a family member, or financial just know that Christ came for you. He is there to help you in your time of need; that was the reason for Him coming. Go before the Throne of Grace and give it to God. You will gain peace and the much needed help that you are seeking!
Remember: "Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, Yes, I will help, I will uphold you with my Righteous right hand." ~Isaiah 41:10
This is what God is saying to each and everyone that accepts His Son Jesus as their Savior today. He is there willing and able to strengthen you and help you no matter what you are facing.
Prayer: " Dear Lord, I know that someone will find this today and will truly be searching for help and guidance. I just ask that you touch their heart and give them grace and peace. I also ask that you show them that You are Gracious and can guide them and help them in their time of need. Amen"

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