Being Unsophisticated

Scripture – Luke 18:35-39: 35As Jesus approached Jericho, a blind man was sitting by the roadside begging. 36When he heard the crowd going by, he asked what was happening. 37They told him, “Jesus of Nazareth is passing by.” 38He called out, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!” 39Those who led the way rebuked him and told him to be quiet, but he shouted all the more, “Son of David, have mercy on me!”

Reflection: I wonder how the stories of Jesus were passed around in His day. A lot of people seem to know something about Him. This man, for example, knew something about Jesus, and he believed Jesus could help him. Did he have friends who told him about Jesus or did he just overhear people talking?

Obviously we don’t know how he heard. The point is, he heard! People were talking. I think of how little I talk about Jesus outside of church settings – even though He is the reason for my life. I’ll mention the Lord or talk about God or speak of faith. But seldom do I bring up the name of Jesus.

I guess that seems a little personal and simplistic. It seems like the kind of thing a child might say. Hmmm…..what was it Jesus said about that?

An Invitation: A small group will be meeting this coming Sunday morning from 9:45 – 10:30am to share what we’ve learned and seen in this week’s readings. We meet in the Pastor’s office at Bethel Baptist Church, 13330 Trenton Road in Southgate. Everyone’s welcome to join us.