HEAL – God’s Heart for Healing in MarkSample

Standing Up

Jesus was in a synagogue on the Sabbath. Worshipping there that day was a man with a shriveled hand. Seeing the man, Jesus said to him, “Stand up in front of everyone.” Note that key statement. Jesus didn’t pull this guy over to the side and quietly heal his hand. No, He wanted everyone, including His critics, to see Him heal this man on the Sabbath.  

The man had to stand up in front of everyone. His deformity was put on full display. If he had been hiding this under a cloak, he could not do it anymore. By standing up and being obedient, his need was front stage for everyone to soon see a healing. He didn’t know what Jesus was going to do. He didn’t refuse due to embarrassment. He simply obeyed giving his full attention to the Healer, and Jesus healed him on the spot.  

Questions:

1. Have you ever considered that yours or a loved one’s illness might be an opportunity to show others the glory of God?
2. Why do you think Jesus wanted him to stand up in front of everyone?
3. Obedience played a part in this man’s healing. What did you learn from this man?