I think of the New Testament story of the woman with an issue of blood--specifically of her hand reaching out into the clutter and chaos of a crowd, not sure that she would reach Christ, but nevertheless reaching for him in hope. Her story is sacred to me because she truly believed that by reaching outside of the bounds that her culture had set for her--perhaps even the bounds she had set for herself--she could be made whole. Ashley Mae Hoiland
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This quote illustrates the power of faith and hope. It demonstrates the power of faith in bringing hope when it is lost. Faith allows people to reach out in hope for something they cannot see. The woman in the story reached out to reach Christ, after she had lost her way and was unable to find her way home.

Source: One Hundred Birds Taught Me To Fly: The Art Of Seeking God

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