Overview
There is a very beautiful and challenging story found in Mark 9, starting with verse 14.
It’s about a man who is trying to get his son some much-needed help. Help that could only come from Jesus. You should read it. I’ll wait…
Ok, you probably have loads of questions after reading a story like that. Good. So do I. After meditating on this story, here are the two things that left me compelled and encouraged.
- Put yourself in the shoes of this father. His son is in really, really bad shape. This man has got to be gripped with all sorts of fears and questions and possibly some anger or doubt, all the kinds of things that life has a way of throwing at us. But, instead of running away from God with all those things, he ran straight towards Him. He threw it all at the feet of Jesus. Even his honest faith. “I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief” verse 24.
- Jesus doesn’t turn him away. Not only did Jesus heal the boy, but He also helped the father surrender. In the Kingdom of God, surrender always leads to freedom.
Are there hurts, fears, or doubts in your life that cause you to run away from Jesus instead of towards Him?
Don’t be afraid. He won’t turn you away. He’s bigger than that. The King is on your side. Surrender it all. Find your freedom.
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.
Philippians 4:6-8
Lyrics
Speak to me
When the silence steals my voice
You understand me
You understand me
Come to me
In the valley of unknowns
You understand me
You understand me
You understand me, God
You understand me
So I throw all my cares before You
My doubts and fears don’t scare You
You’re bigger than I thought You were
You’re bigger than I thought
I stop all negotiations
With the God of all creation
You’re bigger than I thought You were
You’re bigger than I thought You were
So much bigger than I thought
You’re bigger than I thought You were
I believe
But help my unbelief
You understand me
You understand me
Help me reach
The faith that’s underneath
You understand me
You understand me
Yes, You understand me, God
You understand me, oh
I throw all my cares before You
My doubts and fears don’t scare You
You’re bigger than I thought You were
You’re bigger than I thought
I stop all negotiations
With the God of all creation
You’re bigger than I thought You were
You’re bigger than I thought You were, oh
I will rest in the Father’s hands
Leave the rest in the Father’s hands
I throw all my cares before You
My doubts and fears don’t scare You
You’re bigger than I thought You were
You’re bigger than I thought
I stop all negotiations
With the God of all creation
You’re bigger than I thought You were
You’re bigger than I thought You were, oh
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Sean Curran Sean Curran is a vital part of Passion and sixstepsrecords/Capitol Christian Music Group as an artist, worship leader, and songwriter. Since 2017, Curran has been part of leading worship at Passion Conference and is featured on Passion albums, including Roar (recorded live from Mercedes Benz Stadium), Follow You Anywhere, and Worthy of Your Name. Sean's eclectic style of worship helps to usher others toward the journey God desires for them.
