Matthew 9: 20 -22 Daughter Thy Faith made Thee Whole | Matthew Bible Study
MATTHEW 9:20–22
Daughter, Thy Faith Hath Made Thee Whole
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Key Verse — Matthew 9:22
“But Jesus turned him about, and when he saw her, he said, Daughter, be of good comfort; thy faith hath made thee whole.” — Matthew 9:22, KJV
Introduction
Matthew 9:20–22 gives us a brief but powerful account of a woman who had suffered from an issue of blood for twelve years.
Her condition had continued for a long time, but the length of her suffering did not place her beyond the authority and compassion of Jesus Christ.
She came behind Jesus and touched the hem of His garment because she believed that she could be made whole. Her action was more than physical contact. It was an outward expression of an inward confidence concerning Jesus.
Jesus did not allow her to remain an unnoticed person in the crowd. He turned, He saw her, He called her “Daughter,” and He told her to be encouraged.
This passage teaches us about faith, persistence, compassion, healing, and the authority of Christ. It also reminds us that a condition may be longstanding without being beyond the power of God.
Opening Prayer
Father, thank You for Your Word and for the testimony of this woman who reached toward Jesus in faith. As I study this passage, strengthen my understanding of biblical faith. Teach me to bring my needs before You with confidence while trusting Your wisdom and will. Help me not to allow the length of a difficult season to cause me to lose hope. Open my heart to see Jesus more clearly through Your Word. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Recall and Understanding
Read Matthew 9:20–22.
1. How long had the woman suffered from her condition?
2. From what direction did she approach Jesus?
3. What part of Jesus’ clothing did she touch?
4. What did the woman say within herself?
5. What did Jesus do after she touched His garment?
6. What did Jesus call the woman?
7. What did Jesus tell her concerning her faith?
8. What happened to the woman after her encounter with Jesus?
Expository Insight
1. “A Woman...Twelve Years” — Long-Term Suffering
Matthew deliberately tells us that this woman had suffered for twelve years.
Twelve years is a long time to carry the same affliction. Her story therefore speaks powerfully to people who have been praying, waiting, enduring, and believing through prolonged circumstances.
Long suffering can affect how a person thinks. After years of disappointment, it can become tempting to believe that nothing will ever change.
But the woman's history did not prevent her from approaching Jesus.
Her past suffering did not determine the outcome of her encounter with Christ.
Consider:
Have I allowed the length of a situation to weaken my expectation of what God can do?
2. “Came Behind Him” — She Drew Near
The woman did not merely hear that Jesus was nearby.
She moved toward Him.
Faith in this passage was not merely an idea residing in her mind. Her belief moved her to action.
There are moments when faith requires us to move beyond merely thinking about what God can do and begin responding to what we believe about Him.
She came.
She reached.
She touched.
She believed.
3. “She Said Within Herself” — The Conversation Within
Before Matthew records her touching Jesus' garment, he reveals what was taking place inside her.
She had already reached a conclusion within herself:
If she could touch His garment, she believed she would be made whole.
This reveals the importance of the inward life.
What are we saying within ourselves when circumstances become difficult?
Fear speaks.
Doubt speaks.
Past disappointment speaks.
But faith must also speak.
The woman did not allow twelve years of suffering to have the final word within her heart.
Write a truth from God's Word that you need to remember during difficult circumstances:
4. “Jesus Turned” — The Savior Responded
One of the most beautiful moments in this passage occurs when Jesus turns toward her.
She approached Him from behind, but Jesus turned so that she would no longer remain behind Him.
He acknowledged her personally.
This encounter was not simply about receiving something from Jesus. It became a personal encounter with Jesus.
The miracle was important, but so was the One who performed the miracle.
Our faith must ultimately rest in Christ Himself—not in an object, a method, a formula, or a ritual.
5. “When He Saw Her” — She Was Seen
Jesus saw her.
She was not simply another person hidden in the multitude.
Jesus' attention toward her demonstrates His personal compassion. Her suffering mattered. Her faith mattered. Her life mattered.
There are seasons when a person may feel unseen by others, but Scripture continually reminds us that God is not unaware of His people.
What does it mean to you personally to know that the Lord sees you?
6. “Daughter” — A Word of Tenderness
Jesus did not address her impersonally.
He called her:
“Daughter.”
This word gives the encounter tenderness and dignity.
The woman came seeking healing, but Jesus addressed the person—not merely the condition.
People can sometimes become identified by their problems:
“The sick woman.”
“The hurting woman.”
“The woman with the issue.”
But Jesus spoke directly to her.
Her affliction was something she experienced; it was not the total definition of who she was.
7. “Thy Faith Hath Made Thee Whole”
Jesus drew attention to her faith.
Her faith did not mean that the garment itself possessed magical power. Her confidence was directed toward Jesus.
The garment was what she touched.
Christ was the One she trusted.
This distinction is important because biblical faith must never be reduced to superstition.
Faith is not confidence in an object.
Faith is not confidence in a formula.
Faith is not confidence in our own ability to believe strongly enough.
Biblical faith rests in God.
Personal Application
1. What stands out most to me about this woman's encounter with Jesus?
2. Is there something I have been dealing with for a long time that has caused discouragement?
3. What have I been “saying within myself” concerning this situation?
4. Is my faith centered upon Jesus Himself or merely upon receiving the answer I desire?
5. What does Jesus calling this woman “Daughter” reveal to me about His compassion?
6. What can I learn from the fact that Jesus stopped and acknowledged her personally?
7. What step of faith and obedience can I take today?
My Faith Declaration
What I have been facing:
What God's Word teaches me:
What fear has been saying:
What faith will answer:
What I am placing into God's hands today:
Key Truth
The woman had suffered for twelve years, but twelve years of suffering could not place her beyond the compassion and authority of Jesus Christ. She came to Him believing, and Jesus saw her, acknowledged her, encouraged her, and made her whole.
Remember
The length of the struggle does not determine the limits of God's power.
Faith reaches toward Christ.
Jesus sees the person others may overlook.
Our confidence is not in an object—it is in Christ.
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