can open us up to cry out for healing. This desire prompts us to reach out to those we trust: a spouse, a close friend or relative, a parent, mentor, spiritual guide, God. Sometimes a simple word or gesture from someone significant reassures us that we are not alone. How powerful are the words: “I’ll be right there,” or, “I am with you.” Ponder for a moment the first three words of Jesus’ response to the centurion’s request: “I will come …” Every time we call out to him, our loving God says the same