Blind Bart

Please read Mark 10:46-52

Don’t you wonder how long blind Bart had sat in that place as an outcast, hearing about this Jesus? How many stories had he heard recounted of this Son of David from busy travelers, as he sat along the roadside? I’ve heard it said that when one of our senses has been dulled, the others become much more clear. Without sight, I’ll bet this man had a very keen sense of hearing. Think of his joy when he heard that this day, Jesus of Nazareth, the one he had heard so much about, was right there! Walking by the very place where he sat begging. His daily routine of calling out for coins turns to calling out for mercy. Others tried their best to quiet this outcast…this blind beggar….but, he won’t be quieted. He continues to cry out all the more to the One who heals….

Who is this Son of David…this Jesus of Nazareth? The One who hears the cries of the outcasts, the One who stops what He’s doing to listen to those calling out to Him. There seems to be nothing too important that would stop Him from being available to those who call upon His Name. That the God of the Universe would actually ask the needy one, ‘what is it you want me to do for you?’ Unbelievable!!!

This man’s ordinary day turns extraordinary as he courageously calls out to the God of Wonders and is heard! His encounter with Jesus not only restores his sight, but also his vision for his life. He goes from being crippled to being set free to follow!

What is it you would like Jesus to do for you?

Kari Levang