His name is Bartimaeus, and he is blind. He sits by the road, and begs. The mercy of others is his only hope. In Mark 10:46-52, we encounter his story. Listening as the crowds pass by on the road, Bartimaeus hears that Jesus is coming. He lifts his voice, crying out, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!” He knows that Jesus can make a difference in his life. Some try to quiet him. The people surrounding him discourage him from seeking Jesus, but Bartimaeus is insistent. He asks to regain his sight, and Jesus heals the blind man. The healing itself is powerful, but I love verse 52. Jesus tells Bartimaeus to go his way, and the Bible says that Batimaeus followed Jesus on the way. Bartimaeus has seen Jesus, and now the way of Jesus is the way of Bartimaeus. Jesus defines his life and his direction. Bartimaeus knows that Jesus can provide all he needs. And that Jesus is willing. This week, as you embed Jesus in your heart, know that your sight will be changed. Your direction will be set. Your heart will long to follow. Just like Bartimaeus.
| Date | Reading |
| March 4 | Mark 8:1–21 |
| March 5 | Mark 8:22-9:1 |
| March 6 | Mark 9:2-32 |
| March 7 | Mark 9:33-50 |
| March 8 | Mark 10:1-16 |
| March 9 | Mark 10:17-45 |
| March 10 | Mark 10:46-11:11 |
| March 11 | Mark 11:22-33 |