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Posted by Dion Todd February 7th, 2025 1,221 Views 30 Comments
Wherever he entered—into villages, or into cities, or into the country—they laid the sick in the marketplaces and begged him that they might just touch the fringe of his garment; and as many as touched him were made well. Mark 6:56 WEB.
My friend had mixed emotions of fear, conviction, and uncertainty as we knelt down to pray together. At that moment, He questioned whether Jesus was even real. He didn't attend church but knew I was attending bible college and was curious why. We played music together over several months and became good friends.
What we did have in common was that most weekends, we were playing in a bar together. I had prayed about leaving the band and even had the pastor pray with me, but the Lord had told me to stay. Ultimately, it paid my way through school, and some people got saved along the way.
I was just one of the band members, but I guess they watched and listened. Your actions influence those around you far more than your words. Finally, after a spontaneous sermon in the parking lot of a bar one night, my friend broke down in tears and said: "Dion, you're different from the others. I want what you have."
So we knelt down and prayed together, and He met Jesus. When we came up from our knees, he had a glow about him and a smile from ear to ear. His doubts were gone. He was touched by the Lord Jesus and never the same.
The touch of the Master can melt the hardest of hearts, but you have to initiate it. You have to reach out to Him. The Lord is a gentleman and won't force His way into your busy schedule. Yet, He is always near us. So stop for a moment, and invite Him to be a part of your life. If you don't know Him, start your relationship with: "Lord Jesus, please save me." The rest will come from the Master's touch.
Prayer: Dear Jesus, please come into my heart and be my Lord and Savior. Forgive me of my past, and guide me from this day forth. I want to have a relationship with You! I surrender to You, Lord. Fill me with Your Holy Spirit, and work Your perfect will in my life. In Your name, I pray. Amen!
Note: Today is "Feel Good Friday" at the FAAD (Fight Against Anxiety & Depression) group! On this day, we uplift each other with posts of encouragement and joy! All are welcome to join and participate! As always, if you have a prayer need, we are here for you! We and the prayer team are ready to lift you up at our private prayer page: RHM Prayer Network. If you are interested in joining the prayer team, here is how to get started Prayer Partners.
Post from Liesel aka lisa Wardle
2 weeks ago
AMEN, Pastor!! Nothing is impossible for our Lord, our God!!! Claiming this today, for the Master to touch an extremely hardened heart!!! Only HE can make a way when there is no other way!!! - A big word of praise today thanking my Lord and God for the report we got today in regards to my husband's, Tom's, biopsy, it was benign, he still will have to undergo annual biopsies, but considering his other health issues, this was a major blessing!! We all feel doubly blessed today, first of all regarding little Leo, and now the positive report received today!!! "I will praise Thee oh Lord . . ." Psalm 9:1 🙏
Post from Sherry Mccosh
2 weeks ago
Father God thank you for sending someone to me to tell me about your salvation plan for my life when I was only 17 years old. I prayed and you came to me and spoke to me. I thank you so much for my salvation in Jesus Christ. I pray that all my family and friends would also come to know you as their Lord and Savior. I especially pray for my sister Lisa and her husband George who are not saved and George has Cancer. We dont know how long he has left to live and I am praying for him and my sister to come to faith in Jesus Christ, Please pay for my sister and her husband for healing but especially for salvation.
Comment from Susan Petho
1 week ago
I just said a prayer for Lisa and George.
Comment from Debi Burton
2 weeks ago
Sending prayers for Lisa - George! Thank you Lord !
Comment from Shara Abel
2 weeks ago
Standing with you in prayer for Lisa and her husband George.
Comment from Marilyn Salter
2 weeks ago
I pray the Lord touches both of their hearts.
Comment from Cathy Webb
2 weeks ago
Praying with you, Sherry, for the Lord to soften the hearts of Lisa and George. 🙏
Comment from Dan Remley
2 weeks ago
I pray that the Lord touches Lisa and George. I pray that He moves them to tears,and they both feel the Holy Spirit all around them. I pray that they except the Lord and Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior and that He died on the cross and rose again according to scripture. Amen ❤️
Post from Susan Petho
1 week ago
Amen!
Post from Raju Williams
1 week ago
Amen🙏🙏
Post from Dan Remley
2 weeks ago
Lord, since I have excepted you as my Lord and Savior my life has completely turned around. I want more and more of you each day.I have been at peace and have had much happiness the closer we get. Thank you for your friendship ,Amen ❤️
Comment from Liesel aka lisa Wardle
1 week ago
Thank you for your testimony, Dan! "What a friend we have in Jesus . . ." 🎶 Also, very happy to have you as my friend! God bless you! 🙏
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Comment from Shara Abel
2 weeks ago
What a wonderful testimony! I pray for your continued happiness and peace.
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2 weeks ago
Thanks Shara. I pray that the Lord brings you happiness and peace as well friend ❤️
Comment from Marilyn Salter
2 weeks ago
Amen Dan. God bless you.
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2 weeks ago
God bless you as well Marilyn. I hope that you have a wonderful and safe day❤️
Post from Sylvia Todd
2 weeks ago
Good morning, y'all, praying you have a fantastically blessed Friday! 🌻💛🙏
Comment from Dan Remley
2 weeks ago
Thank you Sylvia. I pray the same for you and Pastor Dion. Along with our beautiful RHM family ❤️
Comment from Lynn Brown
2 weeks ago
Have a blessed day RHM family!🌞
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Post from Shara Abel
2 weeks ago
I have been praying for someone with a hurt heart to be touched by the Master and to feel the love and peace that surpasses all understanding.
Post from Marilyn Salter
2 weeks ago
Amen. God is always waiting for us and loving us.
Post from Kevin J. Eck
2 weeks ago
I pray People around the world reach out for Jesus, Amen!
Comment from Bella Colliander
2 weeks ago
I am praying with you Kevin. Have a blessed and happy day.🕊️
Post from Yvette York
2 weeks ago
Heavenly Father Thank You For Always Blessing Me Amen Good Morning Everyone 😀
Comment from Dan Remley
2 weeks ago
I hope your day was wonderful Yvette ❤️
Post from Wesley Paulus
2 weeks ago
Amen!
Post from Audry Reddy
2 weeks ago
❤️
Post from David Krull
2 weeks ago
Amen Jesus. Thank you Jesus for this day and for the life You have given me.
Post from Narciso Salas
2 weeks ago
Amen!
Post from Marisa Jackson
2 weeks ago
Good Morning to Everyone, may the blessings of Our Father in Heaven rain on you and may Jesus touch your lives and fill you with much joy, peace but most of all LOVE ❤️! In Jesus precious name I pray, Amen 🙏❤️🙏!!
Comment from Bella Colliander
2 weeks ago
Thank you Marisa and have a blessed and happy day.🕊️
Post from Lynn Brown
2 weeks ago
Your will be done in my life, Father. Amen!
Post from Schalk de Beer
2 weeks ago
Yes, amen Lord.
Post from Debi Burton
2 weeks ago
Dear Jesus, please come into my heart and be my Lord and Savior. Forgive me of my past, and guide me from this day forth. I want to have a relationship with You! I surrender to You, Lord. Fill me with Your Holy Spirit, and work Your perfect will in my life. In Your name, I pray. Amen! ❤️🤟🏻
Post from Theresa Bright
2 weeks ago
Amen 🙏🏻 thank you for being a part of my journey every day Father. I love you ❤️
Post from Elena Vasquez
2 weeks ago
Amen
Post from Bella Colliander
2 weeks ago
Amen!🕊️
Post from Craig Mondello
2 weeks ago
Amen.
Amen
Post from Celeste Strenn
2 weeks ago
Amen❣️
Post from Valeri Frank
2 weeks ago
Amen!🙏🏼
Post from Kay Collinsworth
2 weeks ago
Amen
Post from Rose Theuret
2 weeks ago
Amen 🙏 Thank you Lord for being in my life. 😍😇
Post from Dana Rozell
2 weeks ago
Amen!
Post from Gloria Nebarez
2 weeks ago
Amen
Comment from Susan Petho
1 week ago
Such great news! Praise the Lord!
Comment from Debi Burton
2 weeks ago
Praise the Lord, Hallelujah! Thank you Jehovah!
Comment from Shara Abel
2 weeks ago
Thank GOD!!!
Comment from Marilyn Salter
2 weeks ago
Praise God-the Physician. Continued good health for Tom.
Comment from Cathy Webb
2 weeks ago
PTL, Liesel for God's blessings and answers to fervent prayers 🙏❤️
Comment from Dan Remley
2 weeks ago
I am very happy for you and Tom
,Liesel. I pray that the Lord brings Tom continued healing and health ❤️