Hoping Together
There is an account in the Bible of ten men who were lepers. They were from different areas of the country and normally would not have associated with one another because of cultural prejudice. Somehow, they must have heard of Jesus healing a leper and that gave them hope that Jesus might also heal them. They gathered at a place where they thought they would see Jesus passing by on his way to Jerusalem.
Lord, you hear the desires of those who are hurting. You cheer them up and give them hope. You listen to their cries. (Psalm 10:17 NIRV)
Often in our addictive lifestyle we gathered with people who were in the same position as we were. We lost all hope of recovering from the dependency that kept us in bondage, so we chose an existence with those who were just like us. Maybe at some point we heard about someone who had given their will and life over to the care of God and managed to turn their life around, and it gave us hope that perhaps we could do the same. If we have hope, perhaps it is time to get to a place where we can meet with Jesus.
I love those who love me; And those who diligently seek me will find me. (Proverbs 8:17 NASB)
Jesus said, “Were not ten healed? Where are the nine? Can none be found to come back and give glory to God except this outsider?” Then he said to him, “Get up. On your way. Your faith has healed and saved you.” (John 17:17-19 MSG)
Prayer: Lord Jesus, I praise and thank You for giving me hope to live a sober life. I now ask You to cleanse, heal and restore me to wholeness in body, mind, and spirit. Amen
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