Jesus himself is our example in all matters of life and ministry. He had the Holy Spirit without measure. He so completely expressed the character and purposes of God that we can say, “Jesus put a face on God.” He is God in visible and tangible form-God made available to us. While on Earth, Jesus used His voice and His hands to pour God’s love and mercy into needy lives. 

 Jesus taught and preached

“…. the people were astonished at his doctrine: For he taught them as one having authority, and not as the scribes”. (Matthew 7:28, 29). 

 Jesus healed the sick

“…. and he … healed all that were sick”. (Matthew 8:16). 

 Jesus cast out demons.

“But if I with the finger of God cast out devils [demons], no doubt the kingdom of God is come upon you”. (Luke 11:20). 

 Jesus blessed the children.

“And they brought young children to him, that he should touch them …. And he took them up in his arms, put his hands upon them, and blessed them:. (Mark 10:13, 16). 

 

The laying on of hands was Jesus’ means of giving life or virtue both in healing and in blessing. At times, the spoken word was not all He used; many times a personal touch was needed as well. Jesus’ hands were a significant channel of His ministry. They should be in ours as well.