Monday July 8, 2024

Matthew 9:18-26

While Jesus was speaking, up came one of the officials, who bowed low in front of him and said, ‘My daughter has just died, but come and lay your hand on her and her life will be saved.’ Jesus rose and, with his disciples, followed him.

Listen Fr Chibundi has one little message for you today “It is not over.” Yes it certainly is not over so do not lose heart. I remember 12 years ago when Mary Ann was pregnant. We were not spring chickens so this was considered a high risk pregnancy. One afternoon while at a friends party our worst nightmare happened. All of a sudden something was wrong with the pregnancy. We left the party and within short order we were in our doctors office. The doctor looked at us and delivered the news. “You are having a miscarriage. Within two to three days this process will be complete.” Have you ever felt helpless in your life. There is nothing you can do!!! I looked up into the heavens and said “Lord save this baby.” From week five onwards every day was a miracle. I prayed to reach week 20, then the child could be saved. By the power of the Lord Almighty we went right through to a full term pregnancy. Yes it’s not over… bring it to the Lord.

Thank goodness this synagogue official did not give up. Your loved one needs your prayers my friend.