Now Simon’s mother-in-law was in bed with a fever, and they told him about her at once.

He came and took her by the hand and lifted her up.

Then the fever left her, and she began to serve them.

Mark 1:30–31

In the midst of the disciples’ call stories, it is important to remember they all had previous lives.

Here, the gospel tells the story of Simon Peter’s mother-in-law being seriously ill.

Jesus heals her and then she began to serve or “minister” to them.

This amazing little story points us to the power of Jesus’ healing that not only makes people well, but empowers them to serve.

Jesus’ powerful proclamation and healing power truly transforms lives.

Join us Sunday as we dig deeper.

Message delivered by Pastor Ben Sandin.