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Contemplation (Luke 8:40-50)
healing that woman came on the way between the Lord’s encounter with Jairus, and raising his daughter from the dead… That woman who, even though, has lost hope in the human hands (she spent all her money on physicians), did not lose her trust and faith in the Savior; and by touching his robe she got what the multitude who thronged and pressed Him have not. … Before such a scene that drew the hearts of all, the Greatest Friend flooded her with more of His love by saying: “Daughter! Be of good cheer, your faith has made you well; Go in peace” (48) She had faith, and He increased her faith more and more, by saying to her “Be of good cheer”; for faith is a gift from God to whoever seeks it; so is the increase in faith for whoever practices faith. ……… He grants us faith if we seek it from Him, and increases it if we kindle what He gave us. … After having been much disturbed at first for fear that the delay would cost him his daughter’s life, Jairus, watching that scene, became filled with faith; the woman with the flow of blood became a teacher for the ruler of the synagogue on the way to faith.
+ Fr Tadros Malaty
Personal Reflection
When I see the Lord work in others’ lives, and bless others, do I see it as something to celebrate, something to strengthen my faith? Or does it discourage me and fill me with envy?
Bible Knowledge Question
How did the people react when Christ told them not to weep over Jarius’ dead daughter?
Prayer
Lord, sometimes I see You fulfil others’ prayers before You fulfil mine. Help me to be filled with faith when I see this, as proof that You are there, and You care. Help me to feel joy for those around me when I see You working in their lives. When I feel discouraged or envious, guide me, help me instead to empathise with those people You have had compassion on, help me to see the beauty in this. Encourage me Lord, while I wait patiently for You to answer my prayer as well. Amen.