As I imagine myself in that scene watching Jesus approach Jericho, a crowd of people gathering, pushing, shoving, hoping to catch a glimpse of this man whom there has been so much talk. A blind man by the side of the road speaks up, he is immediately ‘rebuked’, told to be silent, but he refuses to be silenced. His facial expression is desperate yet strong; he cannot see, but he hears and feels the energy of the moment. His voice cries out above the noisy crowd, “Son of David, have pity on me” ….I imagine his arm raised high in the sky, his body leaning forward toward the sound of Jesus’ footsteps. His face and voice expressing a faith so deep it made me catch my breath and pause. The blind man himself acts surprised, as he has never felt so strongly about being heard, he believes this man named Jesus can heal him. The holy spirit was vibrant and alive inside his heart. Jesus heard the blind man and asked, “What do you want me to do for you?”. He replied, “Lord, please let me see.” Jesus replied, “Have sight; your faith has saved you.”
This scripture displays vulnerability, courage, dependence, trust, strength, and faith. Jesus wants us to come to him in times of vulnerability and dependence. Jesus wants us to have courage and the strength to pray to him, to listen quietly, to sit in stillness, and bring our sorrows, joys, and requests. Jesus wants us to trust him. Jesus wants us to have faith.
Be still right now, pray to Jesus asking him for what you need today, and have faith that it will be delivered.
Cindy Costanzo
I have worked at Creighton University since 2005 as a full-time associate professor in the College of Nursing (CON), graduate school, and College of Professional and Continuing Education (CPCE). In 2023, I transitioned to part-time as a adjunct associate professor in CPCE within the Doctorate in Interdisciplinary Education department. I love working with doctoral students as they journey toward their terminal degree.
Reading and writing reflections for this ministry augments my daily meditation and allows me to grow closer to Jesus. Spending this time in prayer and meditation over the past several years has transformed me in ways I am forever grateful.
