RTW 2022

Then they reached Jericho, and as Jesus and his disciples left town, a large crowd followed him. A blind beggar named Bartimaeus (son of Timaeus) was sitting beside the road. When Bartimaeus heard that Jesus of Nazareth was nearby, he began to shout, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!” “Be quiet!” many of the people yelled at him. But he only shouted louder, “Son of David, have mercy on me!” When Jesus heard him, he stopped and said, “Tell him to come here.” So they called the blind man. “Cheer up,” they said. “Come on, he’s calling you!” Bartimaeus threw aside his coat, jumped up, and came to Jesus. “What do you want me to do for you?” Jesus asked. “My Rabbi,” the blind man said, “I want to see!” And Jesus said to him, “Go, for your faith has healed you.” Instantly the man could see, and he followed Jesus down the road.
Mark 10:46-52

“So those who are last now will be first then, and those who are first will be last.”
Matthew 20:16

• Mark continues his active gospel.
• The camera pans out to Jericho.
• Focus shows a large crowd.
• Narrows in on Jesus and the disciples.
• Zoom in on a personal conversation: Jesus and the blind son of Timaeus.
• He recognized Jesus as “Son of David.” Isaiah 9:6-7
• He refused to be quiet.
• He refused to be slowed down.
• An outcast that didn’t ask for popularity.
• A beggar that didn’t ask for food.
• A poor man that didn’t ask for money.
• Be enthusiastic about chasing after Jesus.
• Be personal in your relationship with Jesus.
• Be intentional in your relationship with Jesus.
• Be consistent in your relationship with Jesus.
• Hebrews 12:1-2
• The blind man had his eyes focused on Jesus.

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Keep our eyes on Jesus!