Then they came to Jericho. As Jesus and his disciples, together with a large crowd, were leaving the city, a blind man, Bartimaeus (which means “son of Timaeus”), was sitting by the roadside begging. 47 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, “Rabbi, I want to see.” “Go,” said Jesus, “your faith has healed you.” Immediately he received his sight and followed Jesus along the road.~Mark 10: 47-52
What message do you receive from the text above? If I really sit here and place myself in that time, I see a man who was in the "pit" of life. He sat at the side of the road begging. I'm sure people were used to seeing him and weren't really intimidated being that he was at the side of this road begging everyday. With this in mind, why did they begin to rebuke and try to shut his mouth when Jesus came near? I mean his begging was never a problem before so what makes this time any different? Apply this situation to your life today. What circumstances are you currently experiencing that try to REBUKE & STOP your praise and worship? Listen carefully...are they...your circumstances... snarling and yelling for you to shut your mouth! Mine are. Guess what I have to say to that? RABBI! ABBA!! I PRAISE YOU ANYHOW!! I LOVE YOU ANYHOW. I'LL PRAISE YOU ANYWAY...IN THE MIDDLE OF IT. WE NEED HEALING! The reason our circumstances oftentimes become more intimidating than others is due to the promise of promotion getting near. Our advancement and blessings are getting closer so be ready. Don't give up. Praise God anyway. He inhabits our praises. He draws near to those that praise his name. The more severe the "rebukes" get...the louder your praises should be. Jesus pays attention to radical faith and praise during "UNpraise worthy" moments.
Many are going through the fire right now and I know that radical faith is what is needed at this point. There has to be a purpose to this process and while I don't understand, I trust that God has it all under control. Trust him today. I know it's hard & it hurts but lets join together in our prayers to keep each other uplifted. To everyone reading this and going through the fiery trials, this will pass. God is a healer. He is a provider. He is our safety. He is faithful. He hears our prayers. Keep him first. He will work everything out. Our steps are ordered & while our finite mind can't grasp everything, his infinite mind does. If someone hasn't hugged or told you that they love you, here you go...*hugs*...I love you sister/brother. Please remember my face along with my family during your prayers. It is greatly appreciated.
Peace, Love, & Blessings
Nata Bee
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