Read Mark 10:43–52
“What do you want me to do for you?” Jesus asked him. The blind man said, “Rabbi, I want to see.” —Mark 10:51
Seminary president Haddon Robinson met with a wealthy donor to seek a sizable contribution. When Robinson asked for a specific amount, the donor replied: “I was prepared to give you much more if you had asked.”
This story reminds us to “approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need” (Hebrews 4:16). It’s vital for us to bring our requests to God, because He delights to give His children good gifts (Matthew 7:11). We can freely share our requests with Him, remembering that they should reflect our seeking after His kingdom above all else. Then God in His wisdom will give us what we truly need—not just what we want (6:33). Let’s continue to seek after God and to fulfill our mission within His kingdom, and as we do, let’s bring our requests to Him. He may be prepared to provide even more than we ask for (Ephesians 3:20).
-Marlena
Dear Lord, help me to approach you with boldness and confidence and without doubt, especially in times such as this. Help me to know that you are always ready to do more than I can ask or even imagine. Let my confidence in your abilities outgrow my doubts and fears, in Jesus Name. ~ Amen
