LESSON INTRODUCTION
Our study today comes from Mark 10:46-52. Jesus meets up with a blind beggar named Bartimaeus, the son of Timaeus, who stood in stark contrast to the Pharisees and the disciples when it comes to seeing Jesus for Who He is; Unlike the crowd following Jesus, Bartimaeus, who could not see, sees clearly Jesus’ identity. Here was a man who was very conscious of his blindness in contrast to the disciples who were not.
Today we are looking into how persistent and bold faith (ignoring critics and abandoning old dependencies) leads to experiences in the path of grace and growth in life.
Lesson Discussion
Lesson Text: Mark 10:46-52:
Brainstorm: What is the difference between being Misunderstood, Misquoted, Misinterpreted and Misrepresented?
- How would you describe Vision?
- How would you describe Faith?
- Describe the connection between Vision and Faith?
- How would you describe the faith and vision of, the disciples and multitude, following Jesus in contrast to that of Bartimaeus?
- Why did Bartimaeus refuseto be silenced (ignoring critics and abandoning old dependencies)?
- What does verse 50 say to you?
- Why do you think Jesus ask the question from an obviously blind man in verse 51?
Summary
What has this lesson awakened in you?
A Spiritual Awakening is a call to higher consciousness and deeper mental awareness. The process of spiritual awakening brings about personal transformation and a shift in one’s worldview.
