Be Open

Z“Jesus left Tyre and went up to Sidon before going back to the Sea of Galilee and the region of the Ten Towns. A deaf man with a speech impediment was brought to him, and the people begged Jesus to lay his hands on the man to heal him. Jesus led him away from the crowd so they could be alone. He put his fingers into the man’s ears. Then, spitting on his own fingers, he touched the man’s tongue. Looking up to heaven, he sighed and said, “Ephphatha,” which means, “Be opened!” Instantly the man could hear perfectly, and his tongue was freed so he could speak plainly! Jesus told the crowd not to tell anyone, but the more he told them not to, the more they spread the news. They were completely amazed and said again and again, “Everything he does is wonderful. He even makes the deaf to hear and gives speech to those who cannot speak.””

‭‭Mark‬ ‭7:31-37‬ ‭NLT‬‬

Have you ever wondered why Jesus touched the man who couldn't hear or speak?    Always before He merely spoke the powerful healing words. But this man wouldn't be able to hear them. He couldn't even ask for help. 

After touching the man's ears and tongue, Jesus called out EPHATHA / Be Opened. This is a strong word which would be more easily recognized through a reading of the lips. 

Jesus does this for us today through the Holy Spirit. He calls for us to "be open".

OPEN:

- our hearts to Him

- our minds to His teachings

- our ears to listen for His voice

- our eyes to see His working around us

- our lives and concerns to Him through prayer & faith

What actions will you take to keep yourself continually open to God through Christ? 

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Remember God loves you and so do I.