Topic: Changed... for real
Text: Mark 10:46-52 http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Mark+10%3A46-52&version=NIV
We gave the class a chance to see Jesus for who he really is and challenged them to follow him without reservation.
Blind Bartimaeus demonstrated a changed life - healing from physical and spiritual blindness.
He:
had a revelation of who Jesus was - "Jesus, Son of David..." (a title for the promised Messiah)
had a recognition for his need - "Have mercy on me..."
had a refusal to let anyone discourage him - "Many rebuked him and told him to be quiet, but he shouted all the more..."
had a removal of all hindrances - "Throwing his cloak aside..."
had a response of faith - "Rabbi, I want to see..."
received his sight and had his life redefined.
Real Life Connection
1. How do you see Jesus today? Who is he to you?
2. What is your greatest need/burden?
3. Picture Jesus standing in front of you. He asks: "What do you want me to do for you?" What would you say?