Hungry for God

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“46 Then they reached Jericho, and as Jesus and his disciples left town, a large crowd followed him. A blind beggar named Bartimaeus (son of Timaeus) was sitting beside the road. 47 When Bartimaeus heard that Jesus of Nazareth was nearby, he began to shout, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!” 48 “Be quiet!” many of the people yelled at him. But he only shouted louder, “Son of David, have mercy on me!” 49 When Jesus heard him, he stopped and said, “Tell him to come here.” So they called the blind man. “Cheer up,” they said. “Come on, he’s calling you!” 50 Bartimaeus threw aside his coat, jumped up, and came to Jesus. 51 “What do you want me to do for you?” Jesus asked. “My Rabbi,” the blind man said, “I want to see!” 52 And Jesus said to him, “Go, for your faith has healed you.” Instantly the man could see, and he followed Jesus down the road.” Mark‬ ‭10‬:‭46‬-‭52‬ ‭NLT‬‬

He gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him. He will not rebuke you for asking.

“Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts, ye double minded.” James‬ ‭4‬:‭8‬ ‭KJV‬‬

“As the deer longs for streams of water, so I long for you, O God.” Psalms‬ ‭42‬:‭1‬ ‭NLT‬‬

“Jesus said unto him, If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth.” Mark‬ ‭9‬:‭23‬ ‭KJV‬‬

Bartimaeus’ faith shouted. He initiated his miracled, and Jesus called it faith! Jesus is the same today. (Heb. 13:8)

He is a good, loving God, and He is asking you what you want.

It has to become a personal cry from your heart! ”Go, for your faith has healed you.”

“If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and he will give it to you.” James‬ ‭1‬:‭5‬ ‭NLT‬‬

He will not rebuke you for asking.

God is no respecter of persons (Acts 10:34). What He does for one, He will do for you as you come hungry, and in faith!