Christ moves the burden of illness from our shoulder to his.

Contrary to what we may sometimes hear, God’s intention is not illness. Being sick is never His punishment. Even when we know that we’ve violated some health or safety precaution, we aren’t out of the reach of God’s law of love and forgiveness. The living Saviour is always right here, walking with us and reassuring us of that fact.

That’s why the many Christ healings we encounter in the Gospels are such a great comfort.… Continue reading →