Teaching, Preaching, and Healing

Scripture:

“Then Jesus went about all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every sickness and every disease among the people.”
‭‭Matthew‬ ‭9:35‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

Observation:

In the prior couple chapters we see Jesus moving around from place to place doing the work of the ministry.  His emphasis was on the kingdom of God and the results were amazing.  This part of Jesus’ ministry was focused on teaching, preaching, and healing the sick.

Application:

If we want to really be followers of Christ, we need to do what He did.  He sent His Spirit to empower us to finish His work.  We have been given everything it takes to establish and extend God’s kingdom.  Teaching brings understanding to people, preaching proclaims the Good News of the Kingdom, and healing alleviates the suffering of people.  We must be about the things that Jesus was about.

Prayer:

Father, I want to establish and extend Your kingdom in my generation.  Give me opportunities to teach, preach and heal the sick.  In our church, enable us to be effective at teaching, preaching and healing every aspect of people’s lives.  Empower us as You did the early church to advance Your cause in the earth.

Yours Forever,
Jeff