More Faith!

For Saturday, February 10, 2024:

Mark 10:48b NLT, Blind Bartimaeus shouting to Jesus: “Son of David, have mercy on me!”

People were learning who Jesus was and what he could do. So large crowds followed him from place to place, this time on the road to Jericho, just to see what might happen.

Blind Bartimaeus had his begging spot along this road, and when the people told him Jesus was on the way, he shouted, “Son of David, have mercy on me!” Some thought he should be quiet and not bother Jesus, but Jesus, who often does the unexpected, called the man to him.

In his enthusiasm to meet Jesus, Bartimaeus ran, throwing his coat aside. That’s significant, because the coat was probably his most prized possession. Since he was a beggar, he probably didn’t have a home, probably slept on the street, and that coat kept him alive on cold nights.

Jesus inquired. “What do you want me to do for you?” Duh! As if it wasn’t obvious. But Jesus wanted everyone present to hear the request.

"I want to see!”

Jesus said to him, “Go, for your faith has healed you.” Instantly the man could see, and he joined the throng following Jesus down the road!

Once again, a better life happens because of faith!

Pastor Norton Lawellin

Jesus in the City Fellowship