​Sunday Scripture - Reflection for February 4, 2024

​Sunday Scripture - Reflection for February 4, 2024

Scripture Reflection: February 4, 2024 – 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Mark 1:29-39

There was a long line of people waiting at the door of Simon’s House. There were many people wanting to meet the healer. The following morning Jesus went into the gardens, he sought the darkness of the wilderness to pray. Jesus kept going off to find quiet places to pray. Jesus prayed for the guidance of his Father.

What happened to Simon’s mother-in-law? Jesus simply takes her hand; her fever is gone, and she is lifted up. Her response to the miracle is to get busy serving him. This precious woman that has no documented name is Jesus’s first deacon.

Today we continue to be part of miracles. Perhaps some of us might go into the dark wilderness to get close to God in prayer. This is where we meet God, and sometimes our fears, face to face. It is in solitude and darkness that we find our purpose and learn to trust completely in God’s will. We can talk to him about anything. There are times we pray spontaneously. We do not have to wait in line for healing. Jesus knows your heart and is always waiting for our prayers. He is by our side, take your troubles to him, put your trust in our Lord.
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Simons mother in-law gets busy serving in gratitude. Prayer often prompts spiritual restoration. With our purpose to love, healing begins. May we each be part of a community and family filled with the love of spirit. As with Simon’s mother-in-law we will grow in grateful love for the ways he raises us up.
Janice LeMond
Companions on the Journey Community,
​Austin, TX

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