In this passage we have two episodes of healing done to two different people by St. Peter. The first one is Aeneas who was bedridden for eight years and the second one is a girl called Tabitha. Both of them were in a helpless situation because the man was paralyzed and the girl was dead. In this situation God is making use of his disciple St. Peter, who is filled with the Holy spirit to heal both of them. St. Peter knows that he can't do it by himself or with his power and so he does it in the name of Jesus.
Yes, my dear brothers and sisters, in our lives too we become sick not only physically but even spiritually. We live in darkness and not in light. Most often in such desperate moments we don't know what to do and whom to depend on. But the Word of God makes it very clear to us not to lose hope. Even at the moment of our death Jesus Christ can work wonders and miracles in our lives. As children of God we are never to lose our hope but in deep humility trust in God. We have a God who is at our reach when we call him. We have our angels guarding us. But most often we are not realizing it and continue to live in darkness, sin and sickness.
Here we have a role model to follow, St. Peter, who knelt down and prayed. St. Peter had that confidence and trust in God. What about us? Yes, dear brothers and sisters let us not lose track of Christ who is our light and guide.
Reflection on Acts 9: 32-43 by Fr. George Joseph, SVD
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