Matthew 9: 21-22
She said to herself, "If only I can touch his cloak, I shall be cured." Jesus turned around and saw her, and said, "Courage, daughter! Your faith has saved you." And from that hour the woman was cured.
I often struggle with If Only Syndrome in my life.
Seven year old Davis… "If only I had that cap gun, I would be the perfect cowboy".
At sixteen…"If only I had a corvette, I could date any girl in school."
Around thirtysomething… "If only I had a million dollars, my family would never want anything again."
It's easy to get caught up in the if only syndrome. But what would happen if I followed the example of this women?
"If Only I could touch his cloak, I would surely lead my family better."
"If Only I could touch his cloak, I would have the strength to forgive."
"If Only I could touch his cloak, I wouldn't miss my daughter so badly."
"If Only I could touch his cloak... (Jesus' tassel is right there, it's your turn)
