This Epiphany Season (January 6-February 17) we are following the ministry of Jesus as told in the Gospel of John, alongside our Church School curriculum.
Last week I noted in the 10am Bible study that in John’s Gospel, Jesus always seems to walk six feet or more off the ground. John makes sure to emphasize Jesus’ specialness and his miraculous powers. It’s a powerful and enduring testimony about the healing power of God working through him.
And, sometimes it comes across as a little too fantastical for our modern ears. How can we relate? What does it mean for me to follow in Jesus’ footsteps and try to live a life that continues his ministry?
Jesus performed around 35 healing miracles throughout the Gospels, making it a central part of his work. He followed up on the prophets’ call to bind up the broken, bring sight to blind, release to the captives. On Sunday, we’ll re-visit some stories of his healing powers (John 4:46-5:9) and reflect on what it means for us amid today’s turmoil.
I look forward to being in worship with you.
In faith,
Kent
