April 15: The Answer to Your Needs
Scripture reading: Luke 8:43–48
Key verse: Psalm 111:4
He has made His wonderful works to be remembered;
The Lord is gracious and full of compassion.
Jesus is very holistic. A good example is found in Luke 8 when He heals a woman who has experienced hemorrhaging for twelve years. It’s hard to imagine how this woman maintained her hope for healing, especially with the stigma that accompanied her illness. But she continued to look for a cure, and her determination brought her to the feet of the Savior. A deep longing for love and acceptance is a normal need for any person, let alone someone who has been placed in forced isolation. The cruelty of Jewish tradition blocked this need from being met. Anyone who touched this woman was considered unclean. The portrait Jesus provided is one of abundant mercy and grace. Not only did He heal her physical disease, but He also healed her spiritually and emotionally. Jesus was not repulsed by this woman’s suffering. He saw her need and knew that only He could meet it. No matter how complex life may appear, God has an answer for your needs. This woman believed if she could just stretch out her hand far enough to touch the hem of Christ’s outer garment, she would be healed. What a tremendous demonstration of faith! In His compassion, Jesus turned to her and said, “Daughter, be of good cheer; your faith has made you well. Go in peace” (Luke 8:48). What is your need? Will you place it in the hands of the Savior and trust Him to meet it in His timing?
You are the answer to all my needs! Dear Lord, I place everything in Your hands and entrust it to Your loving care.
Scripture reading: Romans 5:12–21
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