"Your Faith Has Made You Well"
(Matthew 9:22)
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ,
Today’s Gospel passage helps us understand the faith of two individuals and the compassion of Jesus.
Even in situations where it would have been easier to give up, these two people held firmly to their faith. The Gospel points this out clearly for us to reflect upon.
1. The Synagogue Leader's Faith: A Faith Beyond Death
First, we encounter the synagogue leader who comes and bows before Jesus, even after knowing that his daughter has died.
His humble request is:
“Come and lay Your hand on her, and she will live.”
This is a powerful expression of deep faith.
He didn’t approach Jesus in a moment of joy but at a time when all hope seemed lost.
Yet, he believed that what was impossible for others was possible through Jesus.
Dear friends, standing in faith before death is not an easy thing, especially in our times.
But those who know Jesus have learned that death is not the end — it is a new beginning.
We are invited to learn and live this truth ourselves.
2. The Genuine Faith of the Woman with the Hemorrhage
This woman had suffered from a bleeding condition for twelve years.
She came silently through the crowd and touched the hem of Jesus' garment — unnoticed by others.
Her reason for touching Him?
“If I only touch His cloak, I will be healed.”
What a profound and authentic faith!
Jesus turned and said:
“Daughter, take courage. Your faith has made you well.”
This was not just a comforting word — it was more powerful than any medicine.
We, too, are in need of such a living faith in our lives.
Can we fully trust Jesus?
This woman stands as a clear example for us today.
3. Jesus, the One Who Conquers Death
Jesus then goes to the girl’s house.
There is weeping, noise, confusion, and mourning.
But Jesus calmly says:
“The girl is not dead... she is only sleeping.”
Where the world saw death, Jesus saw sleep —
because in Jesus’ eyes, death is not the end but a new beginning.
Jesus touched the girl’s hand, and she rose up alive.
This is a call to faith for all of us today.
Even when we are in a spiritually dead state because of sin,
one touch from Jesus can bring new life.
But for this, we need deep faith — the faith to believe that
God forgives us, accepts us wholeheartedly,
and offers us a chance to start again.
Let us walk each day with this conviction.
Then Jesus' words will be spoken over us as well:
“Your faith has made you well.”
Let us renew our faith today and firmly approach Jesus with courage and trust.
May the Lord continue to bless us always...
With love and prayers,
Rev. Fr. J. Sahaya Raj
Diocese of Tiruchirapalli