Bartimaeus acknowledged Jesus's presence, and responded by calling to Him, persisting even when others opposed him, because he truly saw Jesus for Who He was, a Savior Who could make him whole. He came in the spirit of the prophecy from Isaiah, who spoke about God's gathering the remnant of His people, including those afflicted by ailments, or in great need, like mothers and children. He gathers them to Himself and restores them to the fullness of being His people. The joy they experience is a marvel for all the nations.
Let us follow Bartiameus's example and open our eyes to recognize Jesus present with us. May we respond by calling out to Him, seeing Him for Who He is, the One Who restores and heals, meeting our needs that we are unable to respond to ourselves.
We then rejoice and devote our lives to following Him, and flourish anew in this new Life He brings to all the world.
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