Faith without religion.
Communion and Christ’s Supremacy
In the midst of the third week of quarantine during the coronavirus pandemic, we find ourselves reflecting on the teachings of Luke 18:31-end. This passage offers a profound insight into the journey of Jesus and the fulfillment of prophecies concerning the Messiah. Despite traveling with Jesus for three years, the disciples struggled to comprehend the prophecies about His suffering, death, and resurrection. This lack of understanding serves as a reminder of how easily we can overlook the truths in scripture due to our own biases and expectations.
The Old Testament is rich with over 300 prophecies about the coming Messiah, detailing His birth, life, death, and resurrection. Notable among these are Psalm 22 and Isaiah 53, which vividly describe the suffering and ultimate triumph of the Messiah. These prophecies were fulfilled in Jesus, yet His disciples were unable to grasp their significance at the time.
The story of the blind man near Jericho further illustrates the power of faith and the importance of spiritual insight. Despite being rebuked by the crowd, the blind man persistently called out to Jesus, recognizing Him as the “Son of David” and the promised Messiah. His faith led to his physical healing, symbolizing the deeper spiritual awakening that Jesus offers to all who seek Him.
This narrative challenges us to examine our own spiritual blindness and the prejudices that hinder our understanding of God’s truth. It emphasizes the necessity of seeking the Spirit of God and being open to His revelations, which often challenge our preconceived notions. As we strive to follow Jesus, we are reminded that true healing and enlightenment come from placing our faith in Him, allowing His Spirit to guide us into all truth.
In these uncertain times, let us be like the blind man, crying out for our eyes to be opened to the truths of God, and following Jesus with renewed vision and purpose.
