Capernaum: Part 3

Luke 4:40-41

“40 As the sun was setting, all those who had any who were sick with various kinds of diseases brought them to him; and he laid his hands on each of them and cured them. 41 Demons also came out of many, shouting, “You are the Son of God!” But he rebuked them and would not allow them to speak, because they knew that he was the Messiah.”

If you've ever had a friend or loved one who suffered, you know what a miracle it is when they are healed or made better and what a terrible feeling it is when they cannot be helped at all.

Jesus could heal people, not just physically but also spiritually.  His words, the touch of his hand, and the power of his presence brought healing, deliverance, and comfort.

In Capernaum, Jesus had a busy day.  As the sun was setting, he was busy healing the sick.  

In my mind, I see a golden sunset, and silhouetted against this is Jesus and a long line of people.  I see Him walking from person to person, laying his hands on each, making the blind to see, the deaf to hear, the lame to walk.  He even touches the lepers, who are at the end of the line, away from all the rest, and they too are healed.

Even the demons shouted His glory.

“Shout for joy, O heavens! And rejoice, O earth! Break forth into joyful shouting, O mountains! For the Lord has comforted His people and will have compassion on His afflicted.” (Isaiah 49:13)

May the love of Christ be with you,

Rev. Eric Lanier (Retired)