Part 6: Physical Touch

THE 5 LOVE LANGUAGES: TRANSLATING LOVE - PART 6

“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.”

John 1:1 (NIV)

“And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen His glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth.”

John 1:14 (ESV)

1. THE TOUCH OF HEALING.

“While Jesus was in one of the towns, a man came along who was covered with leprosy. When he saw Jesus, he fell with his face to the ground and begged Him, ‘Lord, if you are willing, you can make me clean.’ Jesus reached out His hand and touched the man. ‘I am willing,’ he said. ‘Be clean!’ And immediately the leprosy left him.”

Luke 5:12-13 (NIV)

2. THE TOUCH OF REASSURANCE.

“While He was still speaking, a bright cloud covered them, and a voice from the cloud said, ‘This is My Son, whom I love; with Him I am well pleased. Listen to Him!’”

Matthew 17:5 (NIV)

“When the disciples heard this, they fell facedown to the ground, terrified. But Jesus came and touched them. ‘Get up,’ He said. ‘Don’t be afraid.’”

Matthew 17:6-7 (NIV)

3. THE TOUCH OF RECONCILIATION.

“And one of them struck the servant of the high priest, cutting off his right ear. But Jesus answered, ‘No more of this!’ And He touched the man’s ear and healed him.”

Luke 22:50-51 (NIV)

4. THE TOUCH OF BLESSING.

“One day some parents brought their children to Jesus so He could touch and bless them. But the disciples scolded the parents for bothering Him. When Jesus saw what was happening, He was angry with His disciples. He said to them, ‘Let the children come to Me. Don’t stop them! For the Kingdom of God belongs to those who are like these children. I tell you the truth, anyone who doesn’t receive the Kingdom of God like a child will never enter it.’ Then He took the children in His arms and placed His hands on their heads and blessed them.”

Mark 10:13-16 (NLT)

MY NEXT STEP TODAY IS TO:

• Bump elbows, shake hands, give a hug (whatever is appropriate) and share God’s love.

• Learn more about Jesus Christ and follow Him.

• Get more information about Baptism Day on Easter - April 4.

• Do this week’s YouVersion® Bible App Reading Plan: “Easter: ‘It is Finished’ Was Just the Beginning” (8 days).