Mark 5:22-24, 35-43 “Then one of the synagogue leaders, named Jairus, came, and when he saw Jesus, he fell at his feet. He pleaded earnestly with Him, ‘My little daughter is dying. Please come and put your hands on her so that she will be healed and live.’ So Jesus went with him.” – Mark 5:22–24a (NIV)
On this Father’s Day, we honor not just the role of fathers—but the faith of fathers. In Mark 5, we encounter a father named Jairus, a synagogue leader—a man of status, responsibility, and knowledge. Yet when crisis hit his home, none of those things could save his little girl. Only faith could.
A Father Who Kneels
Jairus didn’t come to Jesus with pride—he came with desperation. He fell at Jesus’ feet. His position didn’t matter. His dignity didn’t matter. What mattered was his daughter. Dads, sometimes the most powerful thing we can do for our children is fall to our knees. Prayer isn’t weakness—it’s a faith action. And God honors a father who humbles himself in faith.
A Father Who Believes Beyond
the news While Jesus was on His way to Jairus’ home, word came: “Your daughter is dead.” (v.35) But Jesus said, “Don’t be afraid; just believe.” (v.36)
Faith often demands that we believe beyond the “news”. There may be addiction. There may be distance in a relationship. There may be a diagnosis. But faith keeps walking with the One who says, “I am the resurrection and the life.”
For me, this is one of the most powerful moments- remember, faith is a belief with a corresponding action. In spite of the news of his daughter’s death, Jairus keeps walking with Jesus!
A Father Who Brings Jesus Home
Jairus didn’t just want a miracle—he wanted Jesus in his house. That’s what changed everything. “He took her by the hand and said to her, ‘Little girl, I say to you, get up!’” (v.41) And she did.
Fathers, your home needs Jesus. Your family needs your faith. Jairus’ daughter wasn’t raised because Jairus had power—but because he brought Jesus close.
Some questions to ponder:
Where do I need to fall at Jesus’ feet on behalf of my family?
What “facts” am I facing that Jesus is asking me to believe beyond? Have I truly invited Jesus into my home—not just my heart?
Let’s pray- Lord, thank You for the example of Jairus. On this Father’s Day, strengthen the faith of every father and spiritual father. Help us to fall at Your feet, to believe beyond what we see, and to bring You into every corner of our homes. Let our faith pave the way for miracles in our families. In Jesus’ name, amen.
