And he looked up, and said, I see men as trees, walking.
Mark 8:24 KJV
The story of the blind man healed at Bethsaida is quite iconic, especially considering the unique method Jesus used. It marked the first time Jesus used spit to perform a miracle, as recorded in the Scriptures. However, my emphasis today is not mainly on the miracle itself. The miracle is significant, for it strengthens our belief in the power of Jesus and His ability to heal. It reassures us that there is no sickness or disease beyond His touch. In this story, we understand that they brought the blind man to Jesus, simply desiring that He touch him. They understood clearly that the solution to his long-standing problem shall depart the moment Jesus touched him. But today, I want to draw our attention to a different aspect. It is the aspect of: What can you see?
After Jesus took the man by the hand and led him out of the town, He spit on the man’s eyes and asked, “What can you see”? Jesus’s question is loaded with meaning. “What can you see as you journey through life”? Can you envision beyond the ordinary and perceive with the eyes of the spirit, understanding that your vision is God-given? Moreover, this question shows that Jesus is particular about the revelation you possess. The man, having never seen before, only saw men as trees walking after the first touch. Jesus knew this was incomplete; there was more to what the man should see if the miracle was to be complete.
Furthermore, we can apply this to various areas of our lives. Jesus had to touch the man’s eyes again for him to see clearly. This shows that God does not want us to walk in either partial or total blindness. His desire is for us to see clearly in our walk with Him, identifying what He loves and what He hates. He wants our vision and understanding to be precise, not blurry or vague. He is very concerned about the clarity of our purpose, our vision, and our revelation.
Therefore, ask yourself, what can I see? Can you see beyond the culture of this world? Can you see beyond, perceiving things even into the mind of Christ? Do you see people as God sees them? Do you view sin as God views it? Understanding these things is crucial because what you see will guide the principles of your life.