Bartimaeus-Desperate for sight

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And many rebuked him, telling him to be silent. But he cried out all the more, “Son of David, have mercy on me!” – Mark 10:48 In Mark 10:48, we see Bartimaeus, a poor blind … Read More

A tormented man-Desperate for freedom

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Then a demon-oppressed man who was blind and mute was brought to him, and he healed him, so that the man spoke and saw. – Matthew 12:22 There is a saying, “Be kind, for everyone … Read More

The ghost-Desperate for protection

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But immediately Jesus spoke to them, saying, “Take heart; it is I. Do not be afraid.” And Peter answered him, “Lord, if it is you, command me to come to you on the water.” – … Read More

A woman of faith-Desperate for relief

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For she said, “If I touch even his garments, I will be made well.”– Mark 5:28 The woman in this story has been suffering for twelve long years from an unknown disease. In those days, … Read More

Jairus-Desperate for life

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But overhearing what they said, Jesus said to the ruler of the synagogue, “Do not fear, only believe.”– Mark 5:36 Two years ago, my husband had a necessary back surgery with the physician’s confidence that … Read More

Anna: A lesson in trust

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And coming up at that very hour she began to give thanks to God and to speak of him to all who were waiting for the redemption of Jerusalem. – Luke 2:38 Anna was a … Read More

Simeon: A promise kept

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“Lord, now you are letting your servant depart in peace, according to your word.” – Luke 2:29 Most people make crazy goals to accomplish before they die. Some are doable, like getting your dream job, … Read More

Wise men-A dangerous journey

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And being warned in a dream not to return to Herod, they departed to their own country by another way. – Matthew 2:12 After I graduated from college, a friend arranged a job interview for … Read More

Shepherds-The announcement

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And the angel said to them, “Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people.” – Luke 2:10 As a classroom teacher, I expect the … Read More

Zachariah-Follow the plan

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But the angel said to him, “Do not be afraid, Zechariah, for your prayer has been heard, and your wife Elizabeth will bear you a son, and you shall call his name John. – Luke … Read More