The Power of Touch – Part 8

Chapter 8: Experiencing God’s Healing Through Physical Contact

Sub-title: Experiencing God’s Healing Through Physical Contact

Father, thank You for a voice as I come before Your people. I ask forgiveness of sin, and I pray that as I open my mouth, You would be glorified with every word I say. The desire of my heart is that people will be blessed, edified, built up, and encouraged by what You’ve given me to share. We declare this in Jesus’ name. Amen.

We have now come to Part Eight of this series on the power of God—and today, we focus on The Power of Touch. I’m grateful to share with you this divine truth that God blesses us through all our senses. Each sense—sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch—can be a channel through which God expresses His power, love, and healing.

You may ask, “Why touch?” You’ve heard teachings on seeing God’s works, hearing His voice, and even sensing His presence. But God also ministers through the power of touch. It’s not only biblical but deeply experiential. I’ve seen Him work through each sense over the last 50 years of ministry, and I’ve personally witnessed countless miracles that happened when the faithful laid hands on others in obedience to God.

The Biblical Foundation for the Power of Touch

Scripture is clear about the role of touch in divine healing and the impartation of spiritual power. One foundational scripture is found in the Gospel of Mark:

“And these signs will follow those who believe: In My name they will cast out demons; they will speak with new tongues… they will lay hands on the sick, and they will recover.”
— Mark 16:17–18 (NKJV)

This is not just a symbolic gesture—it’s a command and a promise. God uses our hands as vessels of His healing power. When we obey and act in faith, God does the supernatural. I always remind people that I am not the healer—God is. He simply works through obedient vessels like you and me.

Personal Testimonies of Healing Through Touch

Let me share a recent example to show you the beauty of this truth in action.

Just this past Saturday, I was at a hotel praying for individuals. A sweet elderly woman sat in a chair with a walker beside her. I approached her and asked what was wrong. She told me she had pain in her feet and legs. I asked if I could pray for her, and she graciously said yes. I laid hands on her feet and prayed in the name of Jesus.

After the prayer, I said, “Come on, let’s get up and try to walk.”

She stood up and began to walk. After a few steps, I asked, “Where’s the pain?” She paused, looked down in disbelief, and said, “I can’t find it!” We all rejoiced. She kept walking—faster now—and kept saying, “I can’t find the pain!”

This is just one of many stories. My wife and I have prayed for countless people, and we always tell them after praying, “Check yourself—see what God has done.” Time and again, people are amazed. Knees are healed. Joints are restored. People who came in with canes end up running down the aisles. God is still in the healing business.

Jesus Modeled the Power of Touch

We see throughout the Gospels that Jesus often healed through touch:

“Then He touched their eyes, saying, ‘According to your faith let it be to you.’ And their eyes were opened.”
— Matthew 9:29–30 (NKJV)

“Then He touched his ear and healed him.”
— Luke 22:51 (NKJV)

“Jesus put out His hand and touched him, saying, ‘I am willing; be cleansed.’ Immediately his leprosy was cleansed.”
— Matthew 8:3 (NKJV)

In each of these instances, Jesus used touch to transfer healing and compassion. His touch restored what was broken—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Touch is not just a physical action—it is a spiritual connector. When done in faith, God uses it to release His glory.

Touch as a Ministry Tool

Touch can be more than healing—it can be a divine transfer of peace, strength, love, or deliverance. Whether it’s laying hands in prayer, hugging someone who’s hurting, or simply holding someone’s hand during a difficult time, God moves through contact. Our hands become instruments of His mercy.

This is why Scripture instructs:

“Do not neglect the gift that is in you, which was given to you by prophecy with the laying on of the hands of the eldership.”
— 1 Timothy 4:14 (NKJV)

Even spiritual gifts and callings are affirmed and activated through the laying on of hands. It’s more than tradition—it’s transformation.

Touch Is a Sign of Obedience

When we lay hands on others, we’re acting in obedience to God’s Word. We’re stepping out in faith, trusting that God will do what He promised. Even if you feel unworthy or inadequate, remember—it’s not about your power. It’s about your obedience.

“For we walk by faith, not by sight.”
— 2 Corinthians 5:7 (NKJV)

Don’t allow fear or self-doubt to stop you from being a vessel of healing. When you touch someone in faith, God touches them with His power.

Conclusion

Touch is not just physical—it’s a divine instrument of healing, deliverance, and restoration. When we obey God and lay hands on others in faith, we become vessels of His miraculous power.

6 Takeaways:

• God uses all five senses to connect with and bless us.

• Touch is a biblically established method of healing and ministry.

• Jesus frequently healed through the power of touch.

• Healing through touch requires obedience and faith, not personal power.

• God can use anyone willing to be a vessel of His healing.

• Miracles often happen when we act on the Word and lay hands in faith.

The Power of Touch – Part 7

Chapter 7: Experiencing God Through Our Sense of Touch

Subtitle: Unlocking the Spiritual and Physical Benefits of God’s Design

Opening Prayer
Father, forgive me of my sins as I come before Your sons and daughters, the hearers of Your Word. Use my words, Lord. Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in Your sight. Be glorified, Lord, for Your Word says, “If I be lifted up, I will draw all men unto Me” (John 12:32). Father, let my words draw men to You. Let Your people be uplifted and encouraged by what is shared today. I give You praise for this. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

We are continuing our series, The Power of Touch, and today we arrive at Part 7. We’ve already explored how God interacts with us through sight, hearing, smell, and taste. Now, we move into the sense of touch—a sense that is both naturally powerful and spiritually rich.

God has created us with sensory perception that allows us to interact with the world around us. We use our senses not only for daily living but also to glorify and praise God. Thank You, Father, for the gift of eyes that see, ears that hear, noses that smell, tongues that taste, and skin that feels.

The Natural Significance of Touch

Touch gives us the ability to feel—through our skin and sensory receptors, we perceive pressure, temperature, and texture. The Hebrew word for “touch” is nege, a verb meaning to touch or make contact. In modern Hebrew, it also functions as a noun meaning “touch” or “contact.”

Before we examine the spiritual significance, let’s reflect on the natural power of touch. Touch is a force that fosters emotional connection and well-being. It releases oxytocin, often called the “love hormone,” which reduces stress and anxiety and improves mental health.

Touch:

• Lowers heart rate and blood pressure

• Improves mood

• Reduces stress

• Aids in emotional bonding

• Enhances immune function

• Even helps alleviate physical pain

God has blessed many professionals—therapists, physicians, physical trainers, and massage therapists—with the gift of healing through touch. Their hands bring relief, healing, and restoration. How amazing it is that God uses this natural sense for profound impact!

The Spiritual Power of Touch in Scripture

Now let’s dive into the spiritual dimension of touch. Throughout Scripture, God uses touch as a means of healing, connection, and transformation.

1. Jesus Healed with Touch

“And these signs shall follow them that believe… they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover.”
—Mark 16:17-18 (KJV)

Touch was a conduit of healing power in the ministry of Jesus. When He touched the sick, they recovered. His touch carried divine authority and compassion.

2. The Woman with the Issue of Blood

“She said, If I may touch but his clothes, I shall be whole. And straightway the fountain of her blood was dried up.”
—Mark 5:28-29 (KJV)

This woman believed that even touching the hem of Jesus’ garment could heal her—and it did. This wasn’t an ordinary touch; it was a touch of faith.

3. The Leper’s Healing

“And Jesus put forth his hand, and touched him, saying, I will; be thou clean. And immediately his leprosy was cleansed.”
—Matthew 8:3 (KJV)

Jesus touched the untouchable. In a time when lepers were cast out, Jesus broke the social norm and brought restoration through a single touch.

4. Laying on of Hands for Impartation

“Then laid they their hands on them, and they received the Holy Ghost.”
—Acts 8:17 (KJV)

Touch is also used in the New Testament for spiritual impartation—transferring blessings, spiritual gifts, or the Holy Spirit.

A Touch of Heaven: The Anointing

Touch isn’t just for healing or physical connection; it is a symbol of God’s anointing.

“Suffer the little children to come unto me… and he took them up in his arms, put his hands upon them, and blessed them.”
—Mark 10:14,16 (KJV)

Jesus used His hands to bless. A divine touch from the Lord speaks of acceptance, approval, and purpose.

God’s touch is never casual—it’s intentional. It breaks chains, restores hope, and declares identity. There are moments in life when you don’t need words—you just need a touch from the Master’s hand.

The Touch of Believers

We are called to be the hands of Christ in the world. The healing, compassionate, and empowering touch of God is now extended through us.

“Now ye are the body of Christ, and members in particular.”
—1 Corinthians 12:27 (KJV)

When we pray for others, comfort the grieving, or simply offer a loving hand, we mirror God’s intention. Never underestimate the power of a godly touch.

Conclusion

Touch is more than skin-deep—it’s a vessel for God’s power, healing, and love. May we use this gift to bring healing and reflect God’s compassion in a hurting world.

✨ Key Takeaways

• Touch is both a natural and spiritual gift from God.

• Jesus often healed and blessed through physical touch.

• Touch can release emotional healing and physical restoration.

• Faith can activate power through touch, as with the woman with the issue of blood.

• Believers are commissioned to carry God’s touch to the world.

• The anointing can be transferred through the laying on of hands.

The Power of Touch – Part 6

Sub-title: “Taste and See That the Lord is Good”

Father, forgive me of sin. As I open my mouth, it is for the purpose of glorifying Your name.
Be lifted up, Father, with these words, for You said, “If I be lifted up, I will draw all men unto Me.”
Let men be drawn to You. Let them be edified and blessed by the words I share. I declare it in Jesus’ name, Amen.

We are continuing our powerful series titled “The Power of Touch”, and today we’ve arrived at Part Six—Taste.

God, in His infinite wisdom and creativity, has blessed us with five unique senses: sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch. Each one allows us to perceive, process, and experience the world in vivid ways, and more importantly, they offer spiritual parallels that connect us to Him.

In this post, we’ll focus on the beautiful and often overlooked sense of taste—both in the physical and spiritual realms.

Taste: A Gift from God

Taste is the ability to perceive flavor through our tongues. It allows us to discern between the pleasant and the unpleasant. The deliciousness of a home-cooked meal, the refreshment of cool water, or the bitterness of something spoiled—these are all part of God’s incredible design.

Just as taste helps us determine what nourishes us physically, spiritual taste helps us discern what feeds our souls.

A Divine Invitation

“Oh, taste and see that the Lord is good;
Blessed is the man who trusts in Him!” – Psalm 34:8 (NKJV)

This scripture isn’t just poetic; it’s a divine invitation. God is encouraging us not just to hear about Him but to experience Him for ourselves. Just like you won’t know how cold or warm the water is until you jump in, you won’t truly know the goodness of God until you dive into relationship with Him.

“Taste and see” means to try, experience, and immerse yourself in His presence.

More Than Just Food

Taste in the Bible is both literal and figurative. While we see literal examples such as Jonathan tasting honey in 1 Samuel 14:29, we also encounter profound metaphorical meanings.

“How sweet are Your words to my taste,
Sweeter than honey to my mouth!” – Psalm 119:103 (NKJV)

Here, the psalmist compares God’s Word to something sweet and satisfying. The Bible isn’t just a book—it’s a feast. It’s nourishment for the soul. Just like honey, the Word of God is rich, enjoyable, and life-sustaining.

The Sweetness of the Word

I can personally testify: when you begin to spend time with the Word of God, you will find it sweeter than anything this world can offer.

It brings peace that surpasses all understanding, joy that is unspeakable, and a satisfaction that no earthly pleasure can replace. While the world chases momentary pleasures, the Word of God offers eternal fulfillment.

Whether you’re in the valley or on the mountaintop, God’s Word remains a source of sweet strength.

God’s Good Gifts

God gives good gifts—including food and drink—but His greatest gift is Himself. When we experience His presence, He fills our souls with joy, peace, and purpose. Every good and perfect gift is from above (James 1:17).

So today, let’s reflect on the goodness of God. Let’s pause and taste the richness of His presence, the sweetness of His promises, and the depth of His love.

Conclusion

True satisfaction is found in tasting the goodness of God. Dive in—He is sweeter than honey and better than anything you’ve ever known.

6 Key Takeaways

• Taste is both a physical and spiritual sense given by God.

• Psalm 34:8 is an invitation to experience God personally.

• The Word of God is described as sweet and satisfying.

• Spiritual “taste” leads to deeper faith and intimacy with God.

• God desires for us to engage with Him through experience, not just knowledge.

• His Word brings joy, peace, and nourishment to our souls.

Chapter 5: A Sweet-Smelling Savor

Living a Life Pleasing to God Through the Power of Spiritual Senses

Subtitle: Unlocking the Fragrance of Worship and Righteous Living

Opening Prayer
Father, I pray to You.
I ask forgiveness of sin as I come before You.
As I open my mouth to glorify Your name, let all who hear be blessed.
Let the hearers be edified, built up, and encouraged.
Let them have a desire to worship and praise Your name and become a sweet-smelling savor to You, Father.
I give You the glory and the honor, in Jesus’ name. Amen.

God has blessed us with five senses—sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch. These gifts allow us to perceive, interpret, and interact with the world He created. Each sense plays a vital role not just physically, but spiritually as well.

Today, we focus on smell, a powerful sense that is often overlooked in its spiritual significance. While we typically associate smell with physical fragrances, Scripture reveals how it symbolizes deeper truths—prayers, offerings, righteousness, and even spiritual decay.

Let’s explore what the Bible says about the “sweet-smelling savor” and how we, as believers, can live a life that produces a pleasing aroma to God.

The Biblical Significance of Smell

In Scripture, smell is used both literally and figuratively. It conveys God’s response to the condition of the heart—whether pure or impure. From the incense in the tabernacle to the spiritual fragrance of Jesus’ sacrifice, smell is a symbol of connection between heaven and earth.

“Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children; and walk in love, as Christ also hath loved us, and hath given himself for us an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweet-smelling savor.”
— Ephesians 5:1–2 (KJV)

The apostle Paul reminds us that Christ’s selfless love and sacrifice was a pleasing aroma to God. As followers of Christ, we are called to walk in that same love, offering ourselves as living sacrifices, holy and acceptable to God.

“I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service.”
— Romans 12:1 (KJV)

Our lives should reflect a continuous act of worship that rises to God like incense—a fragrant expression of obedience, love, and devotion.

Literal Examples of Smell in Scripture

1. Burnt Offerings

Burnt offerings were common in the Old Testament, offered to atone for sin and to express devotion. The aroma of these offerings was pleasing to God.

“But his inwards and his legs shall he wash in water: and the priest shall burn all on the altar, to be a burnt sacrifice, an offering made by fire, of a sweet savor unto the Lord.”
— Leviticus 1:9 (KJV)

The fragrance rising from the altar symbolized a life set apart and dedicated to God’s will.

2. Incense as Worship and Prayer

Incense was burned continually in the tabernacle and temple. It represented the prayers of the saints ascending to God.

“Let my prayer be set forth before thee as incense; and the lifting up of my hands as the evening sacrifice.”
— Psalm 141:2 (KJV)

3. Gifts of Frankincense and Myrrh

At Jesus’ birth, the Magi brought gold, frankincense, and myrrh. These gifts were not only symbolic of kingship, deity, and sacrifice but also carried a sweet aroma representing honor and reverence.

4. Jesus’ Anointing and Burial

Jesus was anointed with fragrant oils both in worship and in preparation for His burial.

“Then took Mary a pound of ointment of spikenard, very costly, and anointed the feet of Jesus… and the house was filled with the odor of the ointment.”
— John 12:3 (KJV)

“And there came also Nicodemus… and brought a mixture of myrrh and aloes, about an hundred pound weight.”
— John 19:39 (KJV)

These acts symbolized submission, love, and prophetic preparation, and their fragrance filled the atmosphere with divine purpose.

Figurative Uses: The Fragrance of Righteous Living

Throughout the Bible, the metaphor of a sweet-smelling savor is used to describe righteousness and godly living.

“For we are unto God a sweet savor of Christ, in them that are saved, and in them that perish.”
— 2 Corinthians 2:15 (KJV)

Our behavior and attitude have a spiritual fragrance that reaches heaven. When we live in obedience, walk in love, and pursue holiness, we become a fragrant offering, pleasing to the Lord.

Just as foul odors can alert us to decay and corruption, so too can the stench of sin signal spiritual decline. God is drawn to righteousness, but He is repelled by hypocrisy and pride.

“Your burnt offerings are not acceptable, nor your sacrifices sweet unto me.”
— Jeremiah 6:20 (KJV)

This verse serves as a warning: God desires the heart behind the offering, not just the act itself.

Becoming a Sweet-Smelling Savor to God

So how can we become a pleasing aroma in God’s nostrils today?

• Live a life of sacrifice—Offer yourself to God daily.

• Walk in love—Imitate Christ in compassion and humility.

• Worship sincerely—Let your praise rise like incense.

• Repent quickly—Turn away from sin to maintain spiritual purity.

• Serve faithfully—Do all things as unto the Lord.

• Keep a pure heart—Out of the heart flows the fragrance of your spirit.

Conclusion

Living a life that pleases God means becoming a sweet-smelling savor—an aroma of righteousness that rises to His throne.

Key Takeaways

• Your life can emit a spiritual fragrance to God.

• Jesus’ sacrifice is the ultimate sweet-smelling savor.

• Worship and prayer are like incense to the Lord.

• Obedience and holiness make your life a pleasing aroma.

• God desires the heart behind your actions.

• Smell is both symbolic and spiritual in Scripture.

The Power of Touch

Chapter 4: The Impact of Hearing—From Listening to Living

Father, forgive me of sin.
As I open my mouth, Lord, be glorified with the words that I share.
Let what I share, Father, be a blessing to the hearers, and I give You glory in advance.
In Jesus’ name, amen.

We are continuing our series The Power of Touch, and this is Part Four—focusing now on the sense of hearing.

Previously, we explored the sense of sight. Now, we are diving deep into the profound influence of hearing in the spiritual life. Hearing, in its simplest definition, is the ability to perceive sound using our ears to detect vibrations in the air. But in the spiritual sense, hearing becomes the gateway to transformation—a divine invitation to align our faith, actions, and obedience with God’s Word.

Hearing: A Pathway to Faith

Romans 10:17 (KJV) tells us:

“So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.”

This verse reminds us that faith is not birthed in isolation. It is cultivated through intentional exposure to the Word of God. The more we hear God’s Word, the more deeply rooted our faith becomes.

But it’s not just any hearing—it is repetitive, meditative, intentional hearing. It is not merely about listening with our natural ears, but absorbing truth into our spirit. The enemy often presents lies that sound similar to truth, and without discernment through God’s Word, it’s easy to be led astray. Repetition of truth protects us from deception.

Faith Requires Action

James 1:22 (KJV) states:

“But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.”

Too often, people are content to hear the Word, yet fail to apply it. Hearing alone doesn’t produce transformation. It must be coupled with obedience. True faith is not passive—it moves, acts, and obeys.

There are many who can quote scripture eloquently but live in contradiction to the very Word they profess. This disconnect reveals a dangerous trap: knowing without doing leads to self-deception. The Word must transition from our ears to our hearts to our hands.

Spiritual Discernment through Hearing

In a world saturated with noise, voices, opinions, and teachings, we must train ourselves to discern God’s voice. Every voice is not worthy of our attention. Some voices may sound spiritual but are rooted in error.

The danger of hearing “almost truth” is real. A slight deviation from the Word may lead you in the wrong direction entirely—much like following a map with even the smallest miscalculation. Before GPS, travelers relied on printed road maps, and one wrong turn could lead to another city or even another state. Similarly, we must be diligent and attentive in how we navigate the Word.

Soaking in the Word

To stand against the schemes of the enemy, we must saturate ourselves with the truth. Hearing once is not enough. Hearing again and again—until it becomes second nature—is essential.

When Scripture says “faith comes by hearing,” the Greek implies continuous action. Keep hearing. Keep reading. Keep meditating. Let God’s truth shape your reality and guide your steps. This spiritual saturation fortifies your discernment, ensuring that you can recognize truth from error and stay grounded in faith.

Conclusion

Consistent hearing of God’s Word is a spiritual necessity. But hearing alone is not enough—faith demands action. When we hear, believe, and obey, the Word becomes alive in us.

6 Key Takeaways

• Faith is activated through consistent hearing of God’s Word (Romans 10:17).

• Hearing without obedience leads to self-deception (James 1:22).

• Spiritual discernment is sharpened through repetition of truth.

• God’s Word must move from our ears to our lives—into daily action.

• Not all voices are godly—filter what you hear through Scripture.

• Soaking in the Word protects us from the enemy’s deception.