1 October MATTHEW 9

Keep on saying to yourself

Matthew 9:21(NIV) She said to herself, “If I only touch his cloak, I will be healed.”When I read this passage, something immediately stood out: She said to herself, “If I only touch his cloak, I will be healed.” She was talking to herself.The Amplified Bible Classic Edition says: For she kept saying to herself. The determination of this lady amazes me. For twelve years, she tried everything, but then she heard about Jesus, and kept saying to herself: If I only touch His garment, I shall be restored to health. How many times do we not get discouraged, tired and give up? But this lady kept on saying, talking to herself. Matthew 9:21-23(AMPC) For she kept saying to herself, If I only touch His garment, I shall be restored to health.She kept the word near her, in her mouth and heart, the word of faith. She recognized the power, authority, and majesty of Jesus. She has seen, heard and experienced what Jesus has done for others and kept on saying, ‘if Jesus can do it for them, He can do it for me’.Despite the odds against her, she kept saying to herself: If I only touch His garment, I shall be restored to health. What was she doing? She was expecting her miracle, and by her confession, she got connected to her miracle.She just kept saying the same thing, ‘If I may but touch His garment, I shall be whole.’ This resulted in her miracle.Matthew 9:21-22(AMP) for she had been saying to herself, “If I only touch His outer robe, I will be healed.” But Jesus turning and seeing her said, “Take courage, daughter; your faith has made you well.” And at once the woman was healed.What are you saying to yourself today? Are you speaking words of life, or death? Keep speaking words of life; expect a miracle today.