In Matthew 9:27-29, we witness a powerful moment between Jesus and two blind men:
“And when Jesus departed thence, two blind men followed him, crying, and saying, Thou Son of David, have mercy on us.
And when he was come into the house, the blind men came to him: and Jesus saith unto them, Believe ye that I am able to do this? They said unto him, Yea, Lord.
Then touched he their eyes, saying, According to your faith be it unto you.“
This short passage holds profound lessons for us today—lessons on persistence, belief, and the power of faith.
1. Persistent Pursuit of Jesus
The two blind men could not see, yet they followed Jesus. They were not hindered by their limitations. Though physically blind, they had spiritual insight—recognizing Jesus as the “Son of David,” a Messianic title acknowledging His authority and divine identity.
Their cry for mercy reveals both humility and desperation. They knew they needed what only Jesus could give. And they would not be silenced or turned away.
How often do we give up when faced with difficulty? These men remind us that spiritual sight and determination can overcome physical obstacles. When you know Jesus is near, press in. Cry out. Follow Him with all your heart—even when you can’t clearly see the way.
2. Faith that Speaks and Believes
When Jesus entered the house, the blind men followed Him there. Jesus asked them a pointed question: “Believe ye that I am able to do this?”
He wasn’t testing their knowledge. He was testing their faith.
And their answer? “Yea, Lord.”
Simple. Bold. Certain.
Jesus didn’t ask them whether they believed He might be able to heal. He asked whether they believed He was able. Faith is not hoping God might—it is knowing He can. It’s confidence in His power and His compassion.
3. According to Your Faith
Jesus then touched their eyes and said, “According to your faith be it unto you.”
It wasn’t their words alone that brought the healing. It was their faith.
We must understand that faith does not manipulate God, but it aligns us with His will. Faith opens the door for His power to work in us. And while God’s sovereignty remains, He honors sincere faith.
“According to your faith…” is both a promise and a challenge.
What do you believe God is able to do in your life today? Are you trusting Him to restore what is broken? To heal what is wounded? To move in situations that seem impossible?
If we would walk by faith and not by sight—just like these two blind men—we too may hear the words: “According to your faith be it unto you.”
Final Thought
Faith is more than a feeling. It is a decision to trust the One who is always faithful.
Today, don’t let your circumstances limit your pursuit of Jesus. Let your heart cry out, “Son of David, have mercy on me!” Believe that He is able. And trust that He will respond—just as He did then.