1. My daughter has just died (18-19, 23-26)

A synagogue leader's daughter had just died, but in desperation, he believed that Jesus could do something. When all hope is gone, sometimes all we can do is come to God for help. Jesus went with him. When he got there, he first drove out all the mourners. When it was just Jesus and the girl, Jesus took the girl by the hand and she got up! Jesus turned a time of mourning into great joy and amazement.

2. Take heart, daughter (20-22)

A woman who had been subject to bleeding for 12 years believed that just touching the edge of Jesus cloak would heal her. Although it seemed to be the most unobtrusive method, Jesus turned and saw her. He saw her faith and he recognized her as God's beloved daughter, and she was healed at the very moment. Whether our problems are big or small, God cares for all who come to him in faith as a loving parent cares for their own son or daughter. God's love raises us up from despair and even death itself.


Application: Lord, you can heal me, give me new life, and wake me up from slumber.
One Word: Get up