Key Ideas
Faith Fact
I will pray boldly.
Faith Verse
1 Corinthians 16:13–14 (NLT)
Be on guard. Stand firm in the faith. Be courageous. Be strong. And do everything with love.
Question of the Day: Why can you boldly ask Jesus for what you need?
Read about It
Read: Mark 10:48–52 (Want to read the entire Bible story? It’s in Mark 10:46–52.)
Because Bartimaeus kept calling out and asking Jesus to answer him, the moment came that he got to talk with Jesus. Jesus was ready to hear what Bartimaeus needed, and He is also listening for when we ask for what we need. Bartimaeus didn’t waste this opportunity. He threw off his coat and asked Jesus for what he wanted. He wanted to see! Instantly, Jesus healed him, Jesus told him, “Your faith has healed you.” Bartimaeus was healed and began to follow Jesus right away.
Your persistent, bold prayers capture Jesus’ attention. Let’s say you visit the principal of your school. You know that she has the power to do a lot of things. What if you got there and didn’t say anything? You wouldn’t get what you wanted. The principal has the power to answer many requests, but the principal only answers when someone asks. This is a lot like Jesus. He has all the power in the universe and can do all things. But He wants us to ask Him when we have needs. When you keep asking, this shows your trust in Him to do what He has promised. It’s not just that Jesus has the power to answer your prayer; it’s also the faith in asking that helps to bring the miracle!
Talk about It
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Question 1. What did Bartimaeus do after he was healed? Answer 1. He followed Jesus. (Mark 10:52)
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Question 2. Why do you think Jesus answered Bartimaeus’s request? Answer 2. Answers will vary.
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| Question 3. Why is asking important?
Answer 3. Asking is a sign of trust in Jesus, and our faith can help to bring miracles.
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| Question 4. What are some things you are asking Jesus for right now?
Answer 4. Answers will vary.
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| Question 5. Why can you boldly ask Jesus for what you need?
Answer 5. Answers will vary. |
Pray about It
Dear Jesus, You have all the power in the universe. You love and care for me, so I know that whenever I ask, You will answer! Lord, I believe You will answer my prayers. It may be in an instant, or it may take a long time. It may not even be the answer I want. But, I know that You can be trusted to heal, to restore, to give, and to help however You know is best. You are good and faithful. I trust You with all my heart! I love You, Jesus. Amen.