Why was this man born blind? Was it because of his sins or his parent’s sins? IT WAS NOT BECAUSE OF HIS SINS OR HIS PARENT’S SINS, Jesus answered. THIS HAPPENED SO THAT THE POWER OF GOD COULD BE SEEN IN HIM.” John 9: 2-3
Have you ever asked the question, why me Lord? Have you ever run into a problem too big for you to handle or a sickness too strong for you to be able to overcome? Have you ever had a loved one succumb to a disease or be taken from this earth in a time that we consider to be too soon? As we live in this world it is easy to focus on things around us, the problems we face and the sorrows that seem to overwhelm us. Jesus had an answer for this, and his explanation was a simple one, if we just think about it. As he was asked this question about the man who was born blind, he quickly answered, that it was nothing the blind man had done nor his family. The blind man was being used as a tool for God to show others the power of God. The man would ultimately be healed by the power of God and there would be many witnesses to see this great miracle with hopes that others would become followers. The same can be said for both you and me. We may never see or totally understand why something happens to us or a family member. However, we can rest assured there is a purpose. Our God in heaven has a master plan. We all have a part to play and if we obey, we will be blessed with a successful ending, whether in this life or the next. Our purpose in life is to help others to come to Jesus. We are to accomplish his purpose in any way the Lord sees fit. He is in total control, and we are to listen to Him and obey his instructions for our lives. We are not to fear or be worried. We are instead, to be strong in our faith and push forward with confidence and the power our God has given us. Why me Lord? It is because God has a plan and you and I are a part of that plan. We must be willing to be used in any way our Lord needs us. PRAISE THE LORD IN ALL THINGS!
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