Scripture Reading: Luke 18:35–43
Devotional Reflection
As Jesus approached Jericho, a blind man sat by the roadside begging. When he heard that Jesus was passing by, he cried out for mercy. The crowd tried to silence him, but he refused to listen. He raised his voice even more, and Jesus stopped right where He was and called for the man.
The crowd tried to block him, but Jesus drew him in. The same people who pushed him aside now had to lead him to the very place they were trying to keep him from. The man’s perseverance met Jesus’ compassion, and everything changed in a moment.
Many times, the “crowd” around us represents doubt, fear, discouraging voices, or even people who don’t understand our journey. They may try to quiet our cry or weaken our confidence. But the story reminds us that no hindrance is strong enough to stop God from reaching us. Jesus hears the cry of faith even when others overlook it. And when He steps in, breakthroughs follow.
Life Application
Think about the “crowds” that try to hold you back—negativity, pressure, delays, self-doubt, or people who don’t believe in what God is doing in your life. Like the blind man, choose persistence. Don’t let anything silence your prayers or weaken your trust.
Call on Jesus with confidence. Keep believing even when things seem slow. Jesus responds to the one who refuses to give up. And when He steps into your situation, the same barriers that once held you back can become bridges to your breakthrough.
Today, trust that Jesus is near, He hears you, and He is willing to help you.
Prayer
Lord Jesus, give me the courage to rise above every discouraging voice. Strengthen my faith to keep calling on You even when challenges try to silence me. Help me trust that You hear me, You know me, and You are able to step into my situation with power and mercy. Lead me from every hindrance into Your help. Amen.
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