In Jesus' miracles, we see Him triumphing over sin, death and hell. As well
as healing, there is forgiveness (9:5-6), the raising of the dead
(18,24-25) and the casting out of demons (33). The Pharisees (Jewish
religious leaders) did not like what was happening, and they came up
with their own explanation - 'He casts out demons by the prince of
demons' (34). Jesus gives us another, better, explanation: 'The Spirit
of the Lord is upon me...' (Luke 4:18-19). Jesus was sent to preach the
Gospel. We are to bring the Gospel to other people. Jesus was
'teaching...preaching...and healing' (35). What opportunities there are
to bring the healing power of Christ into many hearts and homes! These
opportunities will be missed if 'the labourers' remain 'few' (37). Many
are 'harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd' (v.36). We
must not fail them!
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