
Saturday – Mark 10:46-52
Mark 10:46-52
As Jesus and his disciples, together with a large crowd, were leaving the city, a blind man, Bartimaeus, was sitting by the roadside begging. When he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to shout, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!” Many rebuked him and told him to be quiet, but he shouted all the more, “Son of David, have mercy on me!” Jesus stopped and said,
“Call him.” So they called to the blind man, “Cheer up! On your feet! He’s calling you.” Throwing his cloak aside, he jumped to his feet and came to Jesus. “What do you want me to do for you?” Jesus asked him. The blind man said, “Rabboni, I want to see.” “Go,” said Jesus, “your faith has healed you.” Immediately he received his sight and followed Jesus along the road.
Bartimaeus was humble, persistent, and unashamed in his pursuit of Jesus. He was not deterred by many rebuking him, but he continued to cry out to God, even as they tried to quiet him. And when he did speak to Jesus directly, he called Him “Rabboni” (which means “my lord” or “my master”) before expressing his need. This clearly displayed his faith in and submission to Christ. We can learn so much from this. Can this persistence, humility, and boldness be seen in your prayer life? Is there a need in your life that you need to faithfully recommit to Him in prayer? If Jesus were to ask you “What do you want me to do for you?” as He did Bartimaeus, how would you respond?
Thank You, Jesus, that because of who You are and all that You’ve done, I can approach Your throne of grace with confidence and boldness. Thank You for being gracious, merciful, and kind. Forgive me for when I have not come to You with faith, humility, and persistence. Please help me in ________ (express your prayer needs to the Lord openly). Thank You for moving on my behalf. I surrender these needs in full faith and trust to You.


