Have you ever had an occasion to wait eagerly for something in the mail or a delivery? Perhaps you waited for some big check that was needed to pay bills. Or maybe you anticipated a package of something you ordered online or a gift someone purchased for you. The anticipation builds until the expectation is fulfilled. Sometimes anxiety and fear also increase when the awaited things are absolutely necessary.
The Gospel of Mark tells the story of the father of a very sick child. He eagerly sought healing for his child. He brought the child to Jesus’disciples for healing. However, the disciples were unable to help the child. Jesus finally arrives on the scene and the following discussion ensues with the father speaking, “But if you can do anything, have compassion on us and help us’. And Jesus said to him, ‘If you can! All things are possible for one who believes.’ Immediately the father of the child cried out and said, ‘I believe; help my unbelief.'”
For those who believe in Jesus, we can do all things in faith. Jesus even provides the faith to believe. Apart from faith, we can do not produce any good works. Trusting in Jesus provides us with salvation, certainly, but also the power to do righteous deeds.
Reluctant Retiree 