Matthew 9:22
But Jesus turned him about, and when he saw her, he said, Daughter, be of good comfort; thy faith hath made thee whole. And the woman was made whole from that hour.
Matthew 9:22
Jesus responds to the woman, calling her “Daughter” and affirming, “thy faith hath made thee whole.” The healing is described as beginning immediately at her hour of faith. In this moment, Jesus publicly acknowledges her and restores not only physical health but also social dignity.
This passage highlights grace freely given through faith. It underscores the personal relationship between Jesus and the individual and shows that healing is both physical and relational. The term “made thee whole” conveys wholeness in all aspects of life—body, social standing, and spiritual well-being.
Practical steps: (1) recognize that faith can restore what brokenness has disrupted, (2) celebrate God’s grace in personal healing stories, (3) extend compassion to those who are marginalized or unseen, echoing Jesus’ inclusive mercy.
Cross-References: Luke 17:19; Mark 5:34; James 2:14-26; Isaiah 53:5