"Then came one of the rulers of the synagogue, Jairus by name, and seeing him, he fell at his feet and implored him earnestly, saying, 'My little daughter is at the point of death. Come and lay your hands on her, so that she may be made well and live.'" - Mark 5:22-23

After the tragic earthquake in Japan a rescue team discovered the lifeless body of a woman bent over as if in prayer. After further investigation they found her 3 month old son, under the protection of her body, alive and unharmed. The following text message was found on a cell phone tucked into the little boy's blanket: "If you survive, you must remember that I love you".  There is no sacrifice too great for the welfare of our children.

Jairus was just such a parent. While he was well known as a prestigious ruler of the local synagogue, he willingly humbled himself before Jesus. He cast aside all selfish concern and earnestly sought the Lord's help. In the face of impending danger or death, there is no better One to seek than Jesus. When our children are at risk, we need nothing less than the Lord's intervention.

Do you know where your children are my dear friend? Are they healthy in soul, as well as in body? While Jairus sought the Lord for the physical welfare of his daughter, her soul was of greater import. Implore the Lord earnestly for your children; that they may be healthy and well... both physically and spiritually!