1. Everything written will be fulfilled (31-34)

Jesus had told his disciples he would be rejected, betrayed, killed, and raised to life (9:22; 43-45). Now, as Jesus neared Jerusalem, he emphasized the fulfillment of the prophets' words and the role of the Gentiles who would torture and kill him. Everyone was blind to who he really was-some due to ignorance, others due to willful rejection. The disciples believed Jesus was the Messiah. Although they did not understand, they followed.

2. 'Your faith has healed you' (35-43)

Jesus approached Jericho while heading to Jerusalem. A blind man persistently called out, 'Son of David, have mercy on me!' Others tried to silence him, but he knew this was his only chance. There were many things he did not know or understand. But one thing he believed: Jesus is the Messiah who can open the eyes of the blind! Jesus stopped his procession to meet this man and heard his plea for mercy. The blind man received his sight by faith in Jesus. The man was now free to follow Jesus, like the disciples.


Application: Father, you have revealed Jesus as the Messiah. Although I do not understand everything, help me to follow him by faith today.
One Word: Open my eyes to see Jesus