February 19, 2025: How Clearly Do You See Jesus?

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In Mark 8:22-26, Jesus heals a blind man at Bethsaida in two stages. At first, the man’s vision is blurry: he sees people, but they look like trees walking around. Only after Jesus touches his eyes again does he see everything clearly. This story beautifully illustrates a spiritual truth: seeing Jesus clearly is often a gradual journey.

How clearly do we see Jesus in our lives? For many of us, the answer isn’t straightforward. Like the blind man’s initial vision, our perception of Jesus can be unclear, distorted by our struggles, doubts, and the distractions of daily life. We may know of Him but not fully understand His presence and purpose in our lives.

Sometimes, we see Jesus only when we need Him—when we face challenges, pain, or uncertainty. In those moments, we cry out, seeking His comfort and guidance. But when life is comfortable and predictable, our vision of Him can grow dim. We get caught up in routines, ambitions, and worldly pursuits, forgetting the One who walks beside us through every season.

Other times, our view of Jesus is shaped by misconceptions or incomplete understanding. We might see Him merely as a problem-solver, a distant deity, or even just a figure of history. But Jesus is more than that: He is the living Savior, our constant companion, the source of hope and purpose.

To see Jesus clearly, we need intentionality. It requires daily encounters through prayer, Scripture, and reflection. It means looking for Him not just in the extraordinary but in the ordinary: through acts of kindness, in moments of gratitude, and even in our struggles. Like the blind man who needed a second touch, we must allow Jesus to continually renew our spiritual vision.

Our journey of faith is not about having perfect sight all the time but about striving to see more clearly each day. It’s about allowing Jesus to transform our blurred vision into a clearer understanding of His love, His will, and His presence.

So, how clearly do you see Jesus in your life today? If your vision is hazy, don’t be discouraged. Take it as an invitation to draw closer, to seek His touch once more. Like the man at Bethsaida, let us stand before Jesus, vulnerable and open, ready to receive the clarity only He can give.

May we have the courage to admit when our sight is dim and the faith to trust that Jesus is always willing to help us see.

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