“To recontextualize the question the prophet Jeremiah asks: ‘Is there no balm in Tennessee? Is there no physician there? Why then is there no healing for the wound of my people?’ When we realize the wealth of our country, we see thatthe healing balm is in abundance. However, it is out of reach for many of the most vulnerable in our state. How can we be mediators and exemplars? of healing to those who suffer? Whether or not there is a public option, or an option for all the public, we must push for a ‘Jesus option’ that heals the whole body of our society.”