Blind and Broke

This week we examine the story of Bartimaeus, a beggar who physically was blind, but spiritually saw more clearly than anyone else. Despite being near a crowd that could offer him money, Bartimaeus prioritized calling out to Jesus, recognizing Jesus as God's promise. Then, after being healed of his blindness, he immediately followed Jesus, as he recognized that this was the opportunity of a lifetime. In today's society, perhaps even more so than Bartimaeus, we are bombarded by opportunities and other priorities that can distract us from God. Amidst these competing priorities, we must recognize that Christ is here with us; we must prioritize calling out to Him while we have the opportunity to do so.