Text: Mark 10:46-52
Blind Bartimeus sat along a well-traveled road, looking for alms from those passing by. When he heard a crowd, I'm sure his first thought must have been the opportunity to get more money. He'd heard of Jesus before. When he knew Jesus was coming, he saw a different kind of chance - a chance to be healed.
He cried out, and was severely rebuked by many to keep quiet. Yet, he ignored their warnings. He cried out, calling Jesus the son of David. Bartimeus was saying he recognized who Jesus was. Jesus stopped and asked that the man be brought to Him.
Now, Bartimeus had on an official beggar's garment. This told people he was the real deal and authorized to beg by the town. Think of it as a license. When Jesus called for him, he cast the garment aside. He was utterly convinced Jesus would heal him, and he'd no longer need it.
In Mark 2:1-12, we see the story of the paralytic being brought to Jesus. They planned to bring him in the house, but couldn't get inside. They changed their approach and tore up the man's roof. They were determined to get him to Jesus.
Faith involves having a plan. If the plan doesn't work, try something else. Don't keep doing what doesn't work. Do it God's way.
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