What Jesus Did! 'A Handful of Blessing' — Mark 10:16

Saturday, July 13, 2024

Then [Jesus] took the children in his arms and placed his hands on their heads and blessed them.
— Mark 10:16 NLT

Key Thought

Jesus frequently touched people. So must we. In a world so devoid of human contact, especially genuinely supportive and affectionate, but clearly non-sexual contact. Many people ache to just be appropriately touched without being abused, manipulated, or exploited. Reach out and touch someone today. [1]

[1] Of course, it is essential to be sure that the other person desires the contact and that it is done appropriately.

Today's Prayer

O God, thank you for the gift of touch. To receive the supportive touch of a friend or loved one is precious. To be able to share my loving touch with another is such a great gift. Help me to use this gift generously and wisely, I pray. In Jesus' name. Amen.

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What Jesus Did! is a series of one-year devotional guides through each gospel, using one short scripture passage each day and following the Gospel in sequential order. Each devotional consists of a scripture passage and a reflection and a prayer which open up the day's scripture and show how it challenges you to live for Jesus.

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