In Matthew 8, we see a leper and a centurion who believe in Jesus' power and Jesus gladly gives the gift of healing. Then in Luke 7, Jesus comes across a widow whose only son has just died and "His heart went our to her" and He healed the boy.
Then in the latter passage of Luke 7 Jesus goes to the house of a Pharisee and a "sinful" woman wept at His feet and washed His feet with her tears and a jar of perfume that she brought. The Pharisee questioned in his mind why Jesus didn't understand the type of woman this was, but Jesus knew all too well. Jesus tells a story to the man to help him understand that those who have been forgiven much, love much, and those who have been forgiven little, love little. Then Jesus forgives her of her sin.
As we continue IN THE WORD we get a better picture of Jesus' heart. He wants to help, wants to heal, wants to forgive - He doesn't withhold these things. May we learn of Him and follow His ways. May we take time for people and see their hearts, not their mistakes or weaknesses.
God, please help me to see others through your eyes.
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Three great passages. In (Luke 7:36-50), its almost like he expected everything that would happen just to continue to witness what hes all about. Jesus doesn't mind the question. In fact, he invites scrutiny. Examine the prophecies he fulfilled, the miracles he performed, the words he spoke, the lives he's changed (starting with you own), and the promises he offers. The closer you look at him, the more reliable and glorious he seems.
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