The Spiritual Sense of Touch: Power and Connection
Unlike sight and hearing, which primarily receive divine insight, the spiritual sense of touch transmits power and symbolizes connection—like a cable transferring energy. Touch operates through faith, as seen in the story of the woman healed by touching Jesus’ garment. Her belief activated divine power.
In that moment, many crowded around Jesus, yet only one truly connected—a woman who had suffered for twelve years. Her faith made the difference. Touch became the channel for healing.
Touch in Scripture: From Impurity to Holiness
In the Old Testament, touch often conveyed impurity (Haggai 2:11–13). But in the New Testament, Jesus transforms its meaning. Touch becomes a channel for holiness. Ritual impurity no longer holds power, and prohibitions against what we eat, drink, taste, or touch are lifted (Mark 7:18–19; Colossians 2:20–23).
Jesus demonstrated authority over impurity by healing the sick, cleansing lepers, and raising the dead. This power was not limited to Him—it was imparted to His disciples and to us (Matthew 10:7–8).
Prompts for prayer
This week, let’s go deeper. Let’s feel, reach out, and cry out. Here are a few simple prompts you might try—maybe even as prophetic declarations. Take them as invitations, not instructions. Be creative. Pay attention to how God might be inviting you to experience His touch this week.
1. Read a psalm—of lament or rejoicing—and pray it over your situation and over what’s on
your heart.
2. Call someone and share something worth celebrating. Take five minutes to name God’s
goodness together.
3. Make space to cry, to smile, and to laugh.
4. Paint or draw an expression of lament or rejoicing.
📖 Nehemiah 5:1–13
During ‘Prayer Month’ we invite you to read the book of Nehemiah with us.
The Spiritual Sense of Touch: Feeling God’s Heart
When we receive an encouraging word or a thoughtful gift, we often say, “That really touched me.” This kind of touch moves beyond the physical—it reaches the soul. It’s about feeling deeply, and God uses this spiritual “touch” to stir our hearts.
Scripture is full of examples of this kind of touch expressed through feelings. The Psalms overflow with emotion—joy, grief, hope, and longing. Lamentations gives voice to sorrow. Genesis and 1 Samuel reveal characters moved by God’s presence and purposes.
In Nehemiah, we see this vividly. When Nehemiah hears about the broken walls of Jerusalem, he grieves and weeps (Nehemiah 1). Later, when the people understand God’s Word, they celebrate with great joy (Nehemiah 8). His leadership flows from a heart that feels—moved by injustice, pain, opposition, and fatigue—yet responding with wisdom, courage, and righteous action.
Generating prayer questions
1. Am I sensitive or resistant to what breaks God’s heart?
2. Where is God calling me to lead with compassion and courage?
Prayer Points
1. Ask God to soften your heart toward people and situations.
2. Pray for courage to confront injustice and discourage fear.
3. Lift up those who feel weary, burdened, or discouraged.
Engage in an act of service, encouragement, or reconciliation as an expression of God’s compassion.
