Matthew Chapter 9:18-38 – Jesus heals a sick woman and raises a dead girl to life

Join us for Matthew chapter 9, verses 18-38, as we explore some of the most powerful healing stories in the Gospel. In this episode, we examine the intertwined accounts of Jairus’s daughter and the woman with the hemorrhage—both involving the number 12, both called “daughter,” and both experiencing Jesus’ transformative touch. Discover how Jesus demonstrates His authority over chronic illness, death itself, and demonic oppression. We’ll explore the biblical pattern of God working through physical things—from the hem of Jesus’ garment to relics and sacramentals—and why Catholic practices of touching, venerating, and praying before blessed objects aren’t superstitious but deeply biblical. Learn about the power of intercessory prayer, the importance of surrounding yourself with people of faith, and how Jesus calls us all to be “laborers in the harvest.” This episode addresses common Protestant objections to Catholic practices while revealing the rich scriptural foundation for sacramental theology.