Day 132 – The Syrophoenician Woman
Day 15 - Jesus Heals Five People
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Today’s reading: Matthew 9:18-38
In the New Testament reading we see Jesus heal five people. First, the woman with hemorrhages who touches the tassels of his cloak. Then a dead girl, who we know from elsewhere is the daughter of the ruler of the synagogue in Capernaum. Then two blind men, and finally, a person mute because of a demon. The reading speaks generally of even more healings. Notice, in all cases it is their faith that sets them apart for God’s great mercy and healing. Notice also, that the faith of these people is not a sit at home and pray faith type of faith. The faith of all these people is active. They go out, even with their infirmaries, and seek the Lord. It is when they come to Jesus, humble, contrite and asking for healing that they are rewarded.
Tomorrow: Matthew 10:1-23
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I was born and raised in New York City, and now live in Fairfax, VA with my wife and four kids.
I am an attorney and accomplished litigator at one of Washington D.C.’s top law firms, I began writing about religion when I was asked to author a series of articles explaining the Catholic faith on the popular blog 52 Prayers. I now write regularly about my faith on my blog.
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