https://odb.org/2024/02/27/when-jesus-stops
I think that the fact Jesus stopped and asked for the blind beggar to be brought to Him as recounted in Luke 18:35-43 (also told in the other Gospels with slight differences in the details) was touching as it showed His compassion and love. Jesus was not so focused on the task at hand to teach and preach in Jerusalem that He ignored the need that was present before Him. Consequently, we know that as we relate to Jesus, there is no detail too minor for Him to deal with if we were to bring it up to Him. As we pray and commit our challenges and difficult situations to Him, He is there to guide and help us. He will give us the strength and wisdom to persevere through, especially if it touches our faith and heart.
But what I like to highlight this morning is Jesus as a good example for us to follow and emulate. We can not ignore the minor details around us even as we focus on the major tasks at hand. For example, the need to be compassionate and kind although we are in a hurry. Or we can not ignore our other responsibilities at home like vacuuming and cleaning even when we are preparing for our sermon or for worship leading. This is because as a child of God, we need to be compassionate and kind and hardworking. We also, for example, need to be fair to the others in our household. Everyone has to do his or her part for the house.
Just like Jesus took the trouble to call for the blind beggar on his journey to Jerusalem towards Jericho, we can not ignore the needs and details around us as we journey in life. We can not just focus on our jobs but ignore the needs of our subordinates or those around us, especially when they are struggling to complete their tasks. Like what Jesus did to the blind beggar, we must try to help those around us. As we commit our needs to Him, He will ultimately help us along as we help others.
Ronnie's Thoughts 