𝙁𝙍𝙊𝙈 𝙁𝙀𝙑𝙀𝙍 𝙏𝙊 𝙁𝙐𝙉𝘾𝙏𝙄𝙊𝙉

Luke 4:38–39 (NKJV) – “Now He arose from the synagogue and entered Simon’s house. But Simon’s wife’s mother was sick with a high fever, and they made request of Him concerning her. So He stood over her and rebuked the fever, and it left her. And immediately she arose and served them.”

Luke the physician describes not just healing but restoration to purpose. Peter’s mother-in-law moved from weakness to work. Jesus did not only remove the fever; He enabled her to serve. This mirrors the larger theme of redemption: God lifts us not merely to comfort us but to commission us. Psalm 103:3 says He “heals all your diseases,” and Romans 12:1 urges us to present ourselves as living sacrifices. Healing is not an end—it is the means to renewed usefulness.

Theologically, this passage illustrates grace in action. Christ’s touch brings wholeness. 2 Co1:4 reminds us that God comforts us “so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive.” The proof of true restoration is service; the hands that are healed become the hands that bless. As Charles Spurgeon wrote, “When a man is truly saved, he longs to save others.”

This is the call to every believer: your healing, provision, and restoration are not for self-indulgence but for kingdom work. Whether it’s forgiveness received, strength regained, or resources restored, they are opportunities to function for God’s glory. Ephesians 2:10 declares, “We are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works.” From fever to function—every miracle is an invitation to serve.

Further readings:
Psa.103:3
2 Cor. 1:4
Eph 2:10

🙏 Blessed Day 🙏