AMY TURNER

In Mark 1:30, a quiet yet meaningful event takes place in a family home. Simon’s mother-in-law was lying in bed with a fever. Those in the house told Jesus about her condition, and without delay, he went to her, took her hand, and helped her to her feet. The fever left her, and she immediately began to care for those around her.

While this wasn’t a life-threatening illness, doesn’t this show us that God’s grace is present in everyday situations? Most of us have experienced minor illnesses and received kindness from those nearby. Though Peter’s mother-in-law might have recovered in time without intervention, Jesus still chose to heal her.

God’s care is not limited to serious or dramatic problems. His mercy reaches into the ordinary parts of life.

The Lord is good to all,
And His mercies are over all His works.

Psalm 145:9