Jesus Is Willing
I love the way Luke captures a moment in time in the life and ministry of Jesus in chapter 5 of his gospel writing.
A leprous man falls at the feet of Jesus and says to Him, “Lord if You are willing I know you can cleanse me.” Jesus responds with, “I am willing; be cleansed.”
Everything we can read about Jesus in the Bible demonstrates His willingness to show compassion and heal people who were hurting, or in need. Jesus showed Himself willing every time He was approached with needs whether it was one person, or many. In fact, Scripture records for us the phrase, “He healed them all.”
What I find amazing in each testimony found in Scripture about the willingness of Jesus to heal, or do a miracle, Jesus puts no one through a litmus test to determine if they deserved the healing or miracle.
Jesus did not set any performance or moral conditions on the person for receiving from Him the power to heal, or to be given a miracle in their situation. Jesus does often tell them to have faith, or to fear not, or that it will be unto to them according to their faith.
By coming to Him in the first place they were already exhibiting an act of faith on some level, and Scripture reveals Jesus’ willingness to meet them at the point of their need.
What a loving, compassionate and generous Lord and Savior Jesus is. What a great privilege it is to know Him and be His!
Scripture tells us that Jesus is the same yesterday, today and forever. Jesus does not change, His heart and attitude have not taken a turn for the worse. He is not now in a mood to reject you instead of showing you compassion and mercy.
In fact, you are encouraged to come boldly before the throne of grace to find mercy to help in your time of need.
Oh how I love my Jesus!
I want to encourage you today that whatever you may be going through. Jesus loves you and His is willing to help you. I believe His words still ring true today, “I am willing.” Just turn to Him in faith at any level and ask Him for mercy to help. I am certain you will receive it.
Be encouraged in Him today! Go to Him for His help and guidance. I can say with assurance that you will not be disappointed. The Holy Spirit will make it abundantly clear that you have what you need.
