While Jesus was still talking to the woman who had been healed from 12 years of suffering, some people came to Jairus to tell him his daughter had died. They said, "Why bother the teacher anymore?" Death was the line drawn in their minds; once crossed, there was no more hope.

However, Jesus told Jairus not to be afraid and just believe. Jairus believed if only Jesus had placed his hands on his daughter, she would be healed (23). The change of circumstance should not affect his faith. his faith in Jesus' power of healing was precious. And now Jesus wanted to teach him that even the power of death could not hinder Jesus' work. Do you put a box around what you believe Jesus can do for you? Jesus tells you to "Just Believe."

Jairus' house was full of commotion and wailing. But Jesus drove out the funeral crowd, took the girl by the hand, and raised her as if waking her up from sleep. As Jairus decided to just believe in Jesus, overcoming the limit he and others previously had in their minds, he experienced Jesus' power to give life.


Application: Father, thank you for helping me overcome fear as I come to know who you are. Please help me to trust you in all circumstances and grow to know you better each day.
One Word: Don't be afraid; Just believe.