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Healing The Hurt That Lies Below The Surface

Tuesday October 18, 2022
 

When we think of healing we often look to physical healings recorded in the Bible. Jesus restored sight to several blind people and healed some who were paralyzed so they could walk again.  We can see the need for healing of physical conditions but what about a heart that has been broken by harsh and degrading words or actions? Like a hammer drives nails that fasten things together, demeaning words and actions drive hurt deep into our souls and fasten it to the person we come to believe that we are.

I’m heartsick and heartbroken by it all. Their contempt has crushed my soul.  I looked for sympathy and compassion but found only empty stares.  He (Jesus) heals the wounds of every shattered heart. (Psalms 69:20; 147:3 TPT)

It might help those of us who have suffered from verbal or physical abuse to know that the words from Psalm 69 above speak about Jesus and what He suffered from those who spoke against Him and plotted to have Him killed.  They rejected, mocked, spit on Jesus, told lies about Him, and had Him flogged and crucified.  Do you think that Jesus might understand our pain when we have been devalued by those things said and done to us?  Jesus invites us to come to Him and give our will and life into His care.

Are you weary, carrying a heavy burden? Come to me.  I will refresh your life, for I am your oasis.  Simply join your life with mine. Learn my ways and you’ll discover that I’m gentle, humble, easy to please. You will find refreshment and rest in me.  (Matthew 11:28-29 TPT)


 Jesus made a way for healing for everyone who needs restoration of body, mind, or spirit.  Jesus paid with His life for the sin and abuse we have suffered. Why not give our will and life into the care of the One who fully understands our brokenness?

Jesus understands every weakness of ours, because he was tempted in every way that we are. But he did not sin! (Hebrews 4:15 CEV)

Prayer:  Lord Jesus, I come to You for healing and restoration for You know and understand what I have suffered.  I am tired and weary of carrying this heavy load.  Please help me to believe and receive the new life You offer me. Amen

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