I started the post thinking that the two posts above take different approaches to the same matter. But as I reflect on this I come to a point of thinking that rescuing and healing are sometimes different and sometimes not. I also come to a point of thinking that God took human form to heal and rescue us and that Christ gave or bequeathed these powers and the responsibility for using them faithfully for the benefit of all to human beings. It's clear to me that people can save and heal others: anyone who helps get someone into recovery is saving them, the folks who help immigrants crossing the borders are saving them, you may save someone today who is despondent or angry with a smile or an affirming word or a courtesy, the story of how you came to manage your depression or heal your anger and the people it hurt can save others.
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