52 Weeks of ForwardSample

What Do You Want?

By Pastor Matt Perkins

“What do you want me to do for you?" Mark 10:51 (NIV)

In Mark 10:51, Jesus asks a blind man named Bartimaeus, “What do you want me to do for you?” This simple question changed EVERYTHING for Bartimaeus. He replied without hesitation, “I want to see.” And he received his sight immediately. Not only that, but he afterward followed Jesus. This begs the question: What would be your response to that same question from Jesus? Are you desperate for Him to move in your life?

As you journey through our spiritual disciplines in the upcoming days, weeks, and months, take some time to reflect on what you want in your relationship with Christ. What are you desperate for Him to do in your life? And when He does move, will you follow Him?

DESPERATION

The first step is admitting that we need Jesus. We need to come to a place of desperation—where we realize that we can’t do life on our own. We need His strength to get through each day. We need His wisdom to make decisions. We need His peace to calm our anxious minds. And we need His love to fill the emptiness in our hearts.

When you reach this point of desperation, you will find that Jesus is always faithful to meet you right where you are. He is waiting with open arms, ready and willing to help in whatever way you need. All you have to do is ask.

FOLLOWING THROUGH

The second step is following through on our commitment to Jesus. Once He moves in our lives and answers our prayers, we must take the next step of obedience. This might mean making some lifestyle changes or getting involved in a ministry or Bible study group. It might even mean sharing your faith with someone who needs to hear the Good News of the gospel. Whatever it looks like for you, remember that God always honors our willingness to follow Him.

MOVING FORWARD

So what do YOU want? Prioritize seeking God this week, and begin taking practical steps to ready yourself for what He wants to do in your life this year.