Do not fear, only believe

First Reading: Psalm: Gospel:

Hebrews 12:1-4 Psalm 22:26-28, 30-32 Mark 5:21-43

Mark 5:36  But ignoring what they said, Jesus said to the ruler of the synagogue, "Do not fear, only believe."

Jesus ignored the basic human knowledge that the girl was dead.  This wasn't just a case of naysayers.  She was dead.  But, Jesus ignored the facts.  He said "Do not fear, only believe".  

We are very easily stopped in our tracks by the "facts".  Jesus says that the facts aren't the last word in the matter, but he is.  If what we need is God's grace, then we must always have hope.  Hope in righteousness never fails because God is greater than all.

Father help me by your Holy Spirit to never fail in my faith, but to believe in your loving mercy and grace no matter what facts would prevent me.

Amen