The Greek word for touch (haptomai) as used in the Bible comes from a root that means to fasten, to kindle, to light, and to set on fire. As we consider the story of Jesus the Christ being aware that a woman seeking healing power had touch the hem of his garment, we learn that healing power is both attracted and enhanced by the receptive faith of those in need of a blessing. In the Book of Matthew, the story of the healing touch comes after the parable of the patches and wineskins. For us, that means that faith can create a new spiritual container for our blessings that will last through growing and expansion like a new wineskin. We should not use old perceptions when we seek a new miracle in our lives.