INSTRUMENTS OF HEALING
Br. Roberto Castellano, Jr., OP
They say that healing of body and soul is always a grace. Since it is a grace, it must be built upon one’s nature. We cannot be healed if we will not do our part. Simon’s mother in law was healed because of Simon's prayer. That and her cooperation with Jesus paved the way for her healing. One of my close relatives who has been suffering from lung edema for years was almost giving up on life because of his ailment. He said that for years he had been struggling financially because no one was supporting his medication. After two years, I was surprised seeing much healthier. When I asked him what he had done he told me of three simple things: fervent prayers, positive attitude and a healthy lifestyle. These three simple things are the message of the gospel today. Those people who have physical defects or are possessed by devils will not be healed without their fervent prayers , healthy lifestyle and positive attitude towards their sickness. Christ, the divine physician can only do miracles if we will it and we work for it. One unique element that Jesus is trying to show us is “We ourselves can be an agent in the healing of others by our mere presence.” The power of presence always manifests the essence of our utmost love to the sick we visited.
They say that healing of body and soul is always a grace. Since it is a grace, it must be built upon one’s nature. We cannot be healed if we will not do our part. Simon’s mother in law was healed because of Simon's prayer. That and her cooperation with Jesus paved the way for her healing. One of my close relatives who has been suffering from lung edema for years was almost giving up on life because of his ailment. He said that for years he had been struggling financially because no one was supporting his medication. After two years, I was surprised seeing much healthier. When I asked him what he had done he told me of three simple things: fervent prayers, positive attitude and a healthy lifestyle. These three simple things are the message of the gospel today. Those people who have physical defects or are possessed by devils will not be healed without their fervent prayers , healthy lifestyle and positive attitude towards their sickness. Christ, the divine physician can only do miracles if we will it and we work for it. One unique element that Jesus is trying to show us is “We ourselves can be an agent in the healing of others by our mere presence.” The power of presence always manifests the essence of our utmost love to the sick we visited.
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