Be instruments of Jesus' healing

02-04-2024Weekly ReflectionFr. Aruldoss

Dear people of God,

Good morning to you all! May the peace of God be with you!!

On this fifth Sunday in Ordinary time, the readings call us to reflect on Jesus’ power to heal us, both physically and spiritually. In the first reading, Job laments that he is experiencing so much misery and despair. Job's lament in the first reading highlights the profound struggle of human suffering and the search for meaning amidst life's trials. It resonates with anyone grappling with pain, loss, or hardship. Contrasting with human suffering, the Responsorial Psalm and the Gospel emphasize God's compassion and healing power.

The gospel of today recounts how Jesus went about healing, delivering and empowering people. First, Jesus healed the mother of Simon Peter of her infirmity (fever). As soon as she was healed, she on her on part cured them of their hunger by feeding them. That is what Mark means by: “…And she began to wait on them.” Jesus preached, healed and delivered people from all kinds of infirmities, and problems. There was no one who encountered him with faith that he did not heal. This is important! If Jesus must heal us, we too must have faith in him. If the good news must liberate us, we must have faith in Christ.

First of all, the power of Jesus is still the same today, and he is ready to heal those who come to him in faith, those who are ready to wait on him, those who are ready to humble and open up to him, and those who are willing endure until they have encountered him. It does not matter how long you have been sick, how long have been abandoned or who has abandoned you. All we need is Patience, Hope, and Faith in Jesus Christ who is abundantly able to deliver those who trust in him.

Secondly, we also need to be instruments for Jesus’ healing work. Bringing healing and wholeness is Jesus’ ministry even today. We all need healing for our minds, our memories, and our broken relationships. Let us also be instruments for Jesus’ healing by visiting the sick and praying for their healing.

Have a happy and Blessed Sunday!