Author Darlene J. Conard

One of the most inspiring stories that has made a difference in my prayer life is the story of Blind Bartimaeus. He lost his ability to see the world but didn’t lose his spiritual sight. He wouldn’t have attempted to get Jesus’ attention by crying out if he had. Spectators whose hearts were in the wrong place tried to shut him up by throwing words at him, such as “Be quiet!” or even “He doesn’t have time for you!” However, the depth of his faith exceeded those lies as Bartimaeus’ voice rose above them. Jesus stopped, His attention caught by the cry, and then He drew near to Bartimaeus. That kind of pleading was rewarded. He not only received his sight but also proved those voices wrong. (Mark 10:46-52)

I do not doubt that every one of us needs a miracle. We should never stop seeking His face. We should continue to cry out to Him, and He will draw near. Our greatest breakthroughs are behind our hunger for Him.“I would seek unto God, and unto God would I commit my cause: Which doeth great things and unsearchable; marvellous things without number: Job 5:8-9 KJV

“But if I were you, I would appeal to God; I would lay my cause before him. He performs wonders that cannot be fathomed, miracles that cannot be counted. Job 5:8-9 NKJV

“We must begin to believe that God, in the mystery of prayer, has entrusted us with a force that can move the Heavenly world, and can bring its power down to earth.”  –Andrew Murra-

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