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Jesus began His public ministry in His late twenties. According to the Gospel of Luke, Jesus was about 30 years old when He began teaching and gathering disciples. While the exact age is not specified elsewhere, it is clear that His mission initially focused on the Jewish people. Why? Because Jesus came to fulfill the covenant God made with Abraham — a promise that Abraham would be the father of many nations. This covenant was unique; no other religious tradition can claim such a divine agreement during that time, as the rest of the world was largely pagan.

Before beginning His ministry, Jesus lived a quiet life, following the natural course of human development and remaining obedient to His earthly parents, Joseph and Mary. At the appointed time, His public ministry began — and it started not with a sermon or a healing, but with a quiet miracle at a wedding.

The setting was a wedding in Cana, a small town not far from Nazareth, where Jesus and His family lived. Mary, Jesus’ mother, was likely a close friend of the couple or their family, as she seemed to have a role in the event’s preparations. During the celebration, the wine ran out — a potentially embarrassing situation for the hosts.

Here’s how the Gospel of John records the moment:

On the third day a wedding took place at Cana in Galilee. Jesus’ mother was there, and Jesus and his disciples had also been invited to the wedding. When the wine was gone, Jesus’ mother said to him, “They have no more wine.”

“Woman, why do you involve me?”

Jesus replied. “My hour has not yet come.”

His mother said to the servants, “Do whatever he tells you.”

Nearby stood six stone water jars, the kind used by the Jews for ceremonial washing, each holding from twenty to thirty gallons.

Jesus said to the servants, “Fill the jars with water”;

so they filled them to the brim.

Then he told them, “Now draw some out and take it to the master of the banquet.”

They did so, and the master of the banquet tasted the water that had been turned into wine. He did not realize where it had come from, though the servants who had drawn the water knew.

Then he called the bridegroom aside and said, “Everyone brings out the choice wine first and then the cheaper wine after the guests have had too much to drink; but you have saved the best till now.”

What Jesus did here in Cana of Galilee was the first of the signs through which he revealed his glory, and his disciples believed in him. (John 2:1–11)

This miracle was not just about saving a wedding celebration. It was a quiet yet profound revelation of Jesus’ divine power. It marked the beginning of His public ministry and gave His disciples a glimpse of His glory, enough to strengthen their belief in Him.

Some people may wonder if Jesus calling Mary “woman” was disrespectful. It wasn’t. In the cultural context of the time, the term “woman” was not rude or dismissive — it was a formal and even affectionate way of addressing someone. More importantly, Mary knew exactly who Jesus was. She wasn’t merely asking her son for help; she was appealing to the Son of God. Her request reflected her faith in His divine power.

It’s possible that Jesus had performed other miracles privately for His family before this moment, though they were not recorded. Regardless, Mary was fully aware that Jesus was not just her son — He was God incarnate. She remembered the angel Gabriel’s visit years earlier, when she was still a virgin living in Nazareth, a town in Galilee.

The angel had said:

“Greetings, you who are highly favored! The Lord is with you.”

Mary was greatly troubled at his words and wondered what kind of greeting this might be.

But the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary; you have found favor with God. You will conceive and give birth to a son, and you are to call him Jesus. He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give him the throne of his father David, and he will reign over Jacob’s descendants forever; his kingdom will never end.”

“How will this be,” Mary asked the angel, “since I am a virgin?”

The angel answered, “The Holy Spirit will come on you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. So the holy one to be born will be called the Son of God. Even Elizabeth your relative is going to have a child in her old age, and she who was said to be unable to conceive is in her sixth month. For no word from God will ever fail.”

“I am the Lord’s servant,” Mary answered. “May your word to me be fulfilled.” Then the angel left her. (Luke 1:28–38)

Mary’s faith and obedience were unwavering. She knew from the beginning that her son was the promised Messiah, and at that wedding in Cana, she trusted that He would act — even if His “hour” had not yet come.

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Jesus, God in human form, traveled throughout Israel fulfilling His divine mission: preaching the gospel, calling people to repentance, casting out demons, raising the dead, healing the sick, and performing countless miracles. As the apostle John wrote, if every miracle Jesus performed were recorded, the world itself could not contain the books that would be written.

In those days, there were no hospitals or clinics. The sick were cared for at home by family members, praying and hoping for God’s mercy. Whenever Jesus arrived in a town, multitudes followed Him — some to hear His powerful teachings, others in desperate need of healing, and many simply hoping to receive the food He often provided after His sermons. Isn’t that amazing? Today, a conference might offer a cookie or a piece of chocolate, but Jesus fed tens of thousands. Only God could do that.

Imagine the scene: Jesus walking through the crowds, surrounded tightly by people eager to be near Him. The twelve disciples had the privilege of walking beside Him. He didn’t need bodyguards. He was the protector of His followers. Jesus was visible to all, standing above average height, though not towering. Yet there were some who couldn’t see Him — the blind.

Jesus didn’t force healing on anyone. He responded to faith. His power was revealed when people called out to Him, believing He could change their lives. One of the most touching examples of this is the story of Bartimaeus.

Bartimaeus was blind and spent his days begging by the roadside. Though he couldn’t see, he could hear — and he often heard people talking about Jesus. Perhaps they spoke of His teachings, His miracles, or the hope He brought. Bartimaeus longed for the chance to meet Jesus, believing that He could heal his blindness.

Here’s how the Gospel of Mark recounts the moment:

As Jesus and His disciples were leaving Jericho, a large crowd followed them. A blind man named Bartimaeus (which means “son of Timaeus”) was sitting by the roadside begging. When he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to shout, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!”

Many rebuked him and told him to be quiet, but he shouted all the more, “Son of David, have mercy on me!”

Jesus stopped and said, “Call him.”

So they called to the blind man, “Cheer up! On your feet! He’s calling you.”

Throwing his cloak aside, he jumped to his feet and came to Jesus.

“What do you want me to do for you?” Jesus asked.

The blind man said, “Rabbi, I want to see.”

“Go,” said Jesus, “your faith has healed you.”

Immediately, he received his sight and followed Jesus along the road. (Mark 10:46–52)

Bartimaeus’s faith was bold and persistent. He didn’t let the crowd silence him. He believed in Jesus’ power and called out with conviction. And Jesus responded — not just with healing, but with affirmation: “Your faith has healed you.”

Bartimaeus, once blind, now leapt with joy as he gazed upon the crowd — a sight he had only imagined until that moment. The people were amazed to witness his healing, but the depth of Bartimaeus’s joy was beyond words. He had been healed because he persisted. He cried out to Jesus, believed in His divinity, and responded immediately when Jesus called. Though Jesus already knew Bartimaeus’s condition, He still asked, “What do you want me to do for you?” Why? Because Jesus wanted Bartimaeus to express his faith openly.

This moment teaches us something profound about prayer. When we ask God for something, especially when our request is sincere and not selfish, He may lead us to keep praying, not because He hasn’t heard us, but to deepen our faith and ensure our prayers are more than just words. A short prayer, spoken with strong belief and a faithful heart, is powerful. That’s what God desires — genuine faith and trust.

May we all learn from Bartimaeus. God is merciful, loving, and slow to anger. He listens to earnest prayers and responds in His perfect time.

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As we’ve seen throughout the Gospels, Jesus traveled from city to city fulfilling His divine mission — preaching the good news, calling people to repentance, healing the sick, and performing miracles. Often, when people came to Him in faith, Jesus didn’t need to touch them. He simply spoke, saying, “Your faith has healed you.” That’s the power of God — miracles released through faith alone. When we pray with sincere belief, God’s power moves, even without physical contact. That’s how miracles happen.

Yet, there were moments when Jesus chose to heal in a different, more symbolic way. One such moment was the healing of a deaf-mute man — a story that invites deeper reflection.

Jesus had just left the region of Tyre and passed through Sidon, heading toward the Sea of Galilee and into the region of the Decapolis. There, some people brought to Him a man who was deaf and could barely speak. They begged Jesus to lay His hand on him.

Here’s what happened next:

Jesus took the man aside, away from the crowd. He put His fingers into the man’s ears. Then He spit and touched the man’s tongue. He looked up to heaven, and with a deep sigh said, “Ephphatha!” (which means “Be opened!”)

At that moment, the man’s ears were opened, his tongue was loosened, and he began to speak clearly. Jesus commanded them not to tell anyone, but the more He did, the more they spread the news. People were overwhelmed with amazement and said, “He has done everything well. He even makes the deaf hear and the mute speak!” (Mark 7:31–37)

Why did Jesus choose this method — touching the man’s ears and tongue — instead of simply speaking healing into existence, as He had done before?

The answer lies in the heart. God sees not only our physical condition but also the state of our soul. He knows what we hear, what we say, and what we think. In this man’s case, Jesus may have seen a deeper need — not just for physical healing, but for spiritual cleansing.

Perhaps this man had grown up in an environment filled with gossip, profanity, or harmful speech. Jesus’ actions — touching the ears and tongue — were symbolic. They represented a purification of what the man would hear and speak going forward. It was a divine act of renewal, not just of the body, but of the heart and mind.

This healing reminds us of the words of the prophet Isaiah:

“Yet you, Lord, are our Father. We are the clay, you are the potter; we are all the work of your hand.” (Isaiah 64:8)

Jesus, the divine Potter, was reshaping this man — not just restoring his senses, but remolding his life. The man couldn’t speak for himself, but Jesus saw his faith. And in front of the crowd, Jesus demonstrated that healing is not only about restoring what is broken, but also about transforming what is impure.

We, too, are clay in the hands of the Potter. Sometimes, healing requires more than a word — it requires a touch that reaches deep into our soul.

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From the sacred writings and visions passed down by God’s chosen people, we learn that Jesus journeyed across Israel—walking from city to city, town to town, and village to village. He traveled on foot, without a horse, accompanied by His twelve disciples. At times, other followers joined Him, including devoted women who supported His ministry and helped gather donations from those moved by His message. But most often, it was just Jesus and the twelve.

Remarkably, Jesus didn’t limit His travels to Israel alone. He walked as far as Lebanon and Syria, reaching places like Tyre and Sidon—regions where Jewish communities had settled. Who would have imagined that Jesus ventured so far? Yet the records confirm it.

Jesus’ ministry wasn’t only about preaching and feeding the multitudes. A significant part of His mission was healing the sick—those who came to Him in desperation, begging for mercy. But there were also moments when Jesus healed someone without being asked, simply because He saw their pain and knew their heart.

One such moment was the healing of a man with a shriveled hand. In today’s terms, we might call it a congenital deformity or a lifelong disability. The man didn’t cry out for help. He didn’t plead for healing. But Jesus, in His divine wisdom, saw him and chose to act.

Why? Because Jesus knows the hearts of men. He doesn’t need to be asked to show compassion. He moves with purpose, guided by love and truth. His miracles are never random—they are intentional, revealing the mercy and power of God.

Here is the story of that man…

Another time, Jesus went into the synagogue, and a man with a shriveled hand was there.  Some of them were looking for a reason to accuse Jesus, so they watched Him closely to see if He would heal him on the Sabbath.  Jesus said to the man with the shriveled hand,

“Stand up in front of everyone.”

Then Jesus asked them,

“Which is lawful on the Sabbath:  to do good or to do evil, to save life or to kill?”

But they remained silent.

Jesus looked around at them in anger and, deeply distressed at their stubborn hearts, said to the man,

“Stretch out your hand.”

He stretched it out, and his hand was completely restored.

Then the Pharisees went out and began to plot with the Herodians how they might kill Jesus.

The healing of the man with the shriveled hand ignited even greater fury among the Jewish Pharisees. This moment stands out as one of the most revealing in Jesus’ ministry. The Pharisees were constantly watching Him—scrutinizing His every word and action. They witnessed His miracles, His healings, and the undeniable power of God flowing through Him. Yet, despite seeing these wonders with their own eyes, they remained trapped in unbelief.

Their anger boiled over when they accused Jesus of violating the Sabbath. But Jesus reminded them of a deeper truth: God is still the Lord of the Sabbath. Though the full meaning of the Sabbath deserves its own discussion, Jesus offered a simple yet profound example:

“If one of you has a sheep and it falls into a pit on the Sabbath, won’t you lift it out?” In other words, doing good, even on the Sabbath, is not only lawful, it is righteous.

The Pharisees’ outrage wasn’t just about rules. Deep down, they were angry because they saw the truth in Jesus—and they rejected it. Their hardened hearts, shaped by pride and sin, blinded them to the very power of God in their midst.

This kind of spiritual blindness still exists today. Many people respond to goodness not with gratitude, but with resentment. They twist the truth, calling what is holy “evil” and what is evil “good.” This isn’t just rejection—it is blasphemy against the Holy God, the Trinity.

Because of such hardened unbelief, hell was prepared—not for humanity, but for Satan and his fallen angels. Yet those who stubbornly reject God’s mercy and truth choose that path for themselves. Hell is not God’s desire for anyone, but it becomes the final judgment for those who refuse to repent.

To the faithful: take heart. Be patient. Do not lose your grip on faith. The return of Jesus is certain. While you wait, guard your heart against deception. Don’t be discouraged by trials or distracted by the world. Stand firm. Hold fast to the truth. Your endurance will not be in vain.