THE SET UP
Recently, a movie was released called The Pope’s Exorcist. The movie, starring Russell Crowe as the personal exorcist to the Pope. Exorcism is the casting out of demons and as we read through Luke, you will see instances of Jesus casting demons out of people. This is a supernatural act and sometimes is hard to wrap our heads around when we look at it from our natural, human perspective. Jesus also heals many people. Sometimes exorcism is what brings them healing and sometimes Jesus heals them of an illness, injury, or disease. The point is that He knows what is needed in every situation and wants to set people free, whether from spiritual bondage or physical illness.
PASSAGE TO READ
Luke 4:29-44 (Page 617 in our house bibles)
REFLECTION QUESTIONS
When you read that Jesus cast a demon out of someone, what are your thoughts? Do you believe in angels and demons? Why or why not?
Have you ever experienced a supernatural healing in your body? If so, how do you know it was God who did it?
Do you think that Jesus’ teaching was enhanced by the healing and deliverance that was taking place? How would those things make you take Jesus more seriously?
PRAYER IDEA
If you struggle to believe/understand how Jesus could miraculously heal or deliver people from demonic possession, you can take your doubts and questions to God and ask Him to reveal truth to you. If you need healing in your body, or know someone who does, ask God to bring healing.