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Bartimaeus was a blind beggar that heard that Jesus was passing by. Recognizing the opportunity, he started shouting for Jesus’ attention in order to be healed. The people surrounding him tried to keep him quiet, but eventually, he got Jesus’ attention.
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Even before Bartimaeus had personal contact with Jesus, he believed Him to be the Messiah. “Son of David” is the term Matthew used in his gospel to prove to the Jews that Jesus was the promised Messiah (Matthew 1:1). This title is a reference to the Messianic promise in Isaiah 9:6-7. The Messiah would be a descendant of David whose kingdom would la...
What does the story of blind Bartimaeus teach us? Let’s unpack a few of those lessons now. 1. Do not let anybody silence your voice or dampen your enthusiasm when you’re chasing after Jesus. I have always loved how enthusiastically Bartimaeus called to Jesus. He heard that Christ was nearby and he knew he had one chance to be healed. Being blind, B...
The lessons we uncovered from the healing of Bartimaeus are powerful ones. While we live out our lives on earth, we need to remember that this space is not out home. We have to keep out eyes focused on God and keep doing the things that draw us closer to Him. It’s easy to make excuses for the things we know we should do but are not doing but there ...
Oct 24, 2021 · Gospel: Mark 10:46-52. As Jesus was leaving Jericho with his disciples and a sizable crowd, Bartimaeus, a blind man, the son of Timaeus, sat by the roadside begging. On hearing that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to cry out and say, “Jesus, son of David, have pity on me.” And many rebuked him, telling him to be silent.
Oct 15, 2024 · Jesus responded to Blind Bartimaeus by stopping and calling him, showing compassion and acknowledging his faith. This teaches us that Jesus is attentive to those who call on him with faith and that the blessings of following Jesus include receiving his attention and compassion in our time of need.
Jul 15, 2018 · Bartimaeus is a blind beggar who asks Jesus to heal him. In verse 47, we read: And when he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to cry out and say, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!”
Sep 27, 2022 · Bible Commentary about Bartimaeus. In Mark 10:46-52, Bartimeus is given the name of a blind beggar, whose eyes Jesus Christ opened as He went out from Jericho on His last journey to Jerusalem.
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Jun 24, 2024 · As he and his disciples and a large crowd were leaving Jericho, Bartimaeus son of Timaeus, a blind beggar, was sitting by the roadside. When he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to shout out and say, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!”