"Jairus' Daughter and the Woman" with Jim Applegate

Have you ever felt like you’re not welcome in the kingdom of God? This potent question opens Pastor Jim's message, inviting us to explore who truly belongs in Jesus's kingdom, as revealed in Mark 5. Through the powerful stories of Jairus and the suffering woman, Pastor Jim paints a vivid picture of a King who sees the overlooked and values the broken. While Jairus embodies societal status and influence, the unnamed woman, marginalized and suffering for 12 years, represents those who feel unworthy or invisible. Yet, in an incredible twist, Jesus stops to affirm her with a personal and loving touch, calling her “daughter,” showing that the kingdom is for everyone—including those who feel unproductive or untouchable. This message resonates deeply with our own spiritual journeys, reminding us that no one is beyond the reach of God's grace and love. I ...