In what ways can we invite Jesus' healing power into our homes today? Jesus Comes Home—Matthew 8:14 “When Jesus arrived at Peter’s house, He saw Peter’s mother-in-law sick in bed with a fever.” The Immediate Outcome “But He touched her hand, and the fever left her, and she arose and began to serve Him.” (Matthew 8:15) What This Tells Us About Jesus’ Desire • He is willing to enter ordinary homes. • He notices suffering without being asked. • His touch brings instant wholeness. • Healing releases people to serve. Welcoming His Healing Power into Our Homes Today • Invite His Presence Intentionally – Revelation 3:20: He still knocks; open the door with worship, Scripture reading, and conscious acknowledgment that your home belongs to Him. – John 14:23: Obedience to His word makes your household a dwelling place for Father and Son. • Bring Every Affliction to Him Boldly – Psalm 103:2-3: “He forgives all your iniquities, He heals all your diseases.” – Lay hands on the sick family member, speaking His promises aloud. (Mark 16:17-18) • Create a Faith-Filled Atmosphere – Matthew 18:20: Gather even two or three to agree for healing. – Fill rooms with praise music and testimonies; Psalm 22:3 reminds us He is enthroned on praise. • Stand on His Finished Work – Isaiah 53:4-5 and 1 Peter 2:24: His stripes purchased bodily healing; declare it over those who are ill. – Celebrate Communion at home (1 Corinthians 11:23-26), remembering His body broken for health. • Use God-Ordained Means – James 5:14-16: Call elders, anoint with oil, confess sins; the prayer of faith saves the sick. – Seek medical care without abandoning prayer; God often works through physicians (Colossians 4:14). • Remove Hindrances – Mark 11:25: Forgive quickly; unforgiveness blocks answered prayer. – Cleanse the home of occult items or practices (Acts 19:19-20); honor His lordship in every room. • Serve Like Peter’s Mother-in-Law – After healing, use renewed strength to minister to others—hospitality, generosity, sharing the gospel (1 Peter 4:9-10). Living Out the Story Daily • Morning: Read a gospel passage and invite Jesus to “walk the house.” • Mealtime: Give thanks, speak health, remember His covenant. • Bedtime: Lay hands on children, bless them with Numbers 6:24-26. The Promise Continues “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” (Hebrews 13:8) What He did in Peter’s living room, He longs to do in yours—enter, notice, touch, heal, and release every member of the household for joyful service. |
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