For various reasons multitudes followed Jesus during His earthly ministry. Many needed healing. Others wanted to witness miracles or get a free meal. Some actually believed on Him.
One lady pressed the crowd to get closer, hoping to be healed of a twelve-year affliction. She knew Jesus had healed others, but why should He heal her? After all, she came as a last resort. Nothing had worked in the past. If she could only touch Him.
Pushing and shoving, she edged closer, enough to touch the hem of His garment. Jesus stopped, knowing somebody with faith had touched Him and been healed. It was immediate and complete.
Luke 8:48 And he said unto her, Daughter, be of good comfort: thy faith hath made thee whole; go in peace.
This woman’s testimony revealed the power of faith. It’s one thing to “press Him” in a crowd or with prayers but another thing to “touch Him” by faith.
We may not have strong faith, but we do have a strong Saviour, and He responds to faith the size of a mustard seed.
