Day 7: The Healing of Simon's Mother-in-Law and Others (Mark 1:29–34)

By Sindhu Nadarajan · September 16, 2026

Jesus is in Capernaum, by the Sea of Galilee. After leaving Nazareth, he made this town his hub, especially Simon's house. He had healed the demoniac on the Sabbath and then left the synagogue for Simon's house.

v. 31: He approached, grasped her hand, and helped her up. Jesus gives her his time and attention in a very loving and personal way. He always wants to be involved in our needs, tenderly. What does this say to you?

Many times we sort things into trivial and big, and we don't want to bother Jesus with the small ones. Nothing is too big or too small for him. He is genuinely interested in our lives.

v. 30: "They immediately told him about her."

vv. 32–34: "They brought to him all who were ill or possessed by demons… He cured many."

Notice: "they told him about her," "they brought to him." Let's focus on two things:

• Jesus is ready to heal and to get involved.

• Not everyone can come to Jesus on their own. Some need the help and faith of others who know them. This is where those who know Jesus should step in generously. We call this intercession.

Today, spend some time interceding for your family, your friends, and the world. Maybe you haven't prayed for your family in a long time because they have no pressing needs. Spend some time remembering each of them and pray for specific needs they might have. See Jesus approaching them, touching them, and healing and helping them with whatever they need. Do the same for others: whoever and whatever the Holy Spirit puts on your heart.

Note: One good way to pray for others is this: "Jesus, wash them in your Precious Blood and fill them with your Holy Spirit." Everything is covered there!

Journal your experience of being with Jesus and leading people to him.