Scripture Passage: Luke 18:35-42

As he approached Jericho, a blind man was sitting by the road begging.  Hearing a crowd passing by, he inquired what was happening.  “Jesus of Nazareth is passing by,” they told him. So he called out, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!” Then those in front told him to keep quiet, but he kept crying out all the more, “Son of David, have mercy on me!” Jesus stopped and commanded that he be brought to him. When he came closer, he asked him, “What do you want me to do for you?” “Lord,” he said, “I want to see.” “Receive your sight.” Jesus told him. “Your faith has saved you.”  Instantly he could see, and he began to follow him, glorifying God. All the people, when they saw it, gave praise to God. (CSB)

Change can be hard, even when we know it’s for the better.

Every Believer in Christ can overcome a desperate situation by recognizing 3 secrets of the blind man:

1. Don’t miss an opportunity. In all the chaos currently around us, don’t miss the opportunity to bring the focus on Jesus. Kingsland’s has a goal to reach 10,000 homes for Jesus. Harvey is an open opportunity to engage with people. Opportunities have an expiration date. Reach out to those around you.
2. Break Up With the Crowd. The blind man screamed out to Jesus even though the crowd was trying to quiet him. Doers make talkers uncomfortable. Step out in faith and trust that God will come through.
3. Ask for Great Things. The blind man could have asked for more food, but he asked for it all – his sight. You seldom get more than you ask for.

When the blind man received his sight, the entire crowd praised God. You have the chance to change those around you by making yourself a candidate for change.

Discuss around the table today (or any place you gather):

1. What can you do right now to make a difference in the world around you?
2. What scary changes have you gone through? Discuss ways God came through for you?
3. The blind man in the Bible had no control over anything in his life. Think of a time in your life when you felt totally out of control. How did God use that time?