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15 When Jesus became aware of this, he departed. Many crowds followed him, and he cured all of them, 16 and he ordered them not to make him known. 17 This was to fulfill what had been spoken through the prophet Isaiah: 18 “Here is my servant, whom I have chosen, my beloved, with whom my soul is well pleased. I will put my Spirit upon him, and he will proclaim justice to the Gentiles. 19 He will not wrangle or cry aloud, nor will anyone hear his voice in the streets. 20 He will not break a bruised reed or quench a smoldering wick until he brings justice to victory. 21 And in his name the Gentiles will hope.”

 

Jesus is revealed here not with force or loudness, but with quiet strength and deep compassion. He does not crush what is fragile or dismiss what is fading. Instead, He restores, heals, and brings hope to those who feel overlooked or worn down.

This is good news for us in our weakness. When we feel like a bruised reed or a smoldering wick, Christ meets us with patience and care. His justice is not harsh — it is restorative, bringing healing where there was once brokenness.

Lord, meet us in our weakness and gently restore us by Your mercy and grace. Amen.

Deborah Schroeder-Saulnier

deborah@excelleadershipsolutions.com

 

Prayer concerns: For all to know He is the great Healer!