HIS ACTIONS

“Then people brought little children to Jesus for Him to place His hands on them and pray for them. But the disciples rebuked them. Jesus said, ‘Let the little children come to Me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.’” Matthew 19:13-14

Tender Touch

HIS EXAMPLE TO US

Jesus touched people, even those who were thought to be unworthy

MY STORY

“How sweet to hold a newborn baby and feel the pride and joy he gives,” rings the hymn of old. Oh, the sweet, tender touch of a new baby’s skin. My mother-in-law calls it “dewy” and I think she’s right. That touch is long gone now, but how I remember it. Sweet smelling, warm, and all mine—okay, half mine.  

We crave touch, don’t we? The hug of a friend, the embrace of a spouse, and the kiss of a child can make us feel alive. Jesus was always touching people. He touched the blind (Matthew 20:34), the deaf (Mark 7:33), and the leper (Luke 5:13). Children wanted to be touched by Jesus and though the disciples thought the children should be ignored, Jesus touched them and prayed for them (Matthew 19:13-14). Healing followed the touch of Jesus. Can this be true of our touch as well?

MY RESPONSE

How can I follow the example of Jesus in this area? I can touch people with a smile, a telephone call, a little note on pretty stationery, or a simple hug. Even a prayer in secret can touch a person’s life and call forth healing in the name of Jesus. Who can I touch today?

MY PRAYER

“Father, I thank You for Your touch in my life. Please show me someone who needs a touch from You through me today, and help me to follow through with a hug, a telephone call, a written note, or maybe a smile. In the Name of Jesus, Amen.”