That evening after sunset the people brought to Jesus all the sick and demon-possessed. The whole town gathered at the door, and Jesus healed many who had various diseases. He also drove out many demons, but he would not let the demons speak because they knew who he was. (Mark 1:32-34)
Can you see him, standing there in the door? Warm light and conversation come from inside, where Simon's mother-in-law rejoices with family and neighbors and tells again the story of her miraculous healing.
Outside darkness has fallen, and with it have come the crowds. They press in, letting the night hide their disfigurements of body and of soul. Keenly they feel their pain and their shame, and yet they move toward that man in the doorway, toward the light.
In this hour of darkness the King of Light yet is glorious. He speaks with authority. He reaches out his hand in compassion. The demons shriek, the darkness flees.
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