Daily Bible Plan - Mark 10 (Pt.4)
- FCC Communications Team
- Nov 18
- 5 min read
18. November 2025
Devotion by Reverend Joseph Antwi
Theme: Unleashed for Kingdom Advancement - Mark 10:45-52
Fortified City Church / Love City Church / Basel French Assembly / Luzern City Fellowship / PIWC Bern / Global prayer family
Introduction
As we continue our journey through Mark 10, we move from Jesus teaching servanthood to Jesus demonstrating compassion.
Here we meet a man who shows us what persistent prayer, loud faith, and spiritual hunger can accomplish.
This passage is not just a healing story—
it is a lesson in tenacity, warfare, and faith that refuses to be silenced.
Let us dive deeper.
From “Blind Bartimaeus” to a Man of Faith
(Mark 10:46)
The Scripture introduces him as Blind Bartimaeus—a painful reminder that society often names us according to our weaknesses:
• “Blind Bartimaeus”
• “The divorced woman”
• “The unemployed brother”
• “The stubborn child”
• “The one who failed”
People label us by our condition, not our destiny. But thank God—Jesus does not call us by our weakness. He calls us by our faith. Bartimaeus means “Son of Honor.” People called him blind, but Heaven called him honorable.
He Cried Out — Faith With a Voice
(Mark 10:47)
When Bartimaeus heard that Jesus was passing by, he cried out.
Not whispered.
Not prayed silently.
He shouted:
“Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!”
The crowd immediately told him to “be quiet.”
People still criticize loud churches today:
• “Why are you shouting?”
• “Why pray violently?”
• “Why cry during worship?”
But the kingdom of heaven suffers violence (Matthew 11:12). Loud prayer is not noise—it is faith projection. In FCC Prayer Gym, when we cry to the Lord, we are doing what Bartimaeus did—shouting in faith, not shouting in flesh.
The More They Silenced Him, the Louder He Became
(Mark 10:48)
Opposition came. People tried to shut him down. But the Bible says:“…he cried out all the more.”
This is faith.
This is hunger.
This is spiritual warfare.
How many times have:
• people said your prayer is too much?
• life tried to silence your worship?
• situations discouraged your faith?
Bartimaeus teaches us: When the enemy says “stop,” heaven says “press.”Persistent faith is unstoppable faith.
Jesus Stood Still — Faith That Arrests Heaven
(Mark 10:49)
One of the most beautiful lines in Scripture: “So Jesus stood still…”
Heaven paused. The journey stopped. The crowd froze.
Why? Because one man refused to be silenced. Jesus then said: “Call him.” Suddenly, the same people who told him to shut up said: “Be of good cheer! He is calling you.”
Why “be of good cheer”? Because once you catch Heaven’s attention, breakthrough is guaranteed. Where Jesus stops, miracles start.
He Threw Off His Garment — Faith Prepares for the Future
(Mark 10:50)
Bartimaeus threw away his cloak—a beggar’s identity. A prophetic act of faith.
He was saying:
• “This shame is over.”
• “This identity is finished.”
• “I won’t return to what I used to be.”
Before receiving the miracle, he prepared for the change. Faith discards what no longer belongs to your next level.
“What Do You Want Me to Do for You?” — The Power of Asking
(Mark 10:51)
Jesus asks: “What do you want Me to do for you?” Wasn’t it obvious he was blind? Yes. But Jesus still wants us to express our desires.
Scripture commands: “Ask, and you shall receive.” — John 16:24 “Whatever you ask in My name, I will do it.” — John 14:13–14
He knows our needs, but faith speaks. Faith asks. Faith declares. Your miracle begins when your mouth aligns with your need.
Bartimaeus answered: “Rabboni, that I may receive my sight.”
Clear. Bold. Direct. Breakthrough requires clarity.
“Your Faith Has Made You Well” — Persistence Is Faith
(Mark 10:52)
Jesus did not say:
• “My power healed you.”
• “The anointing healed you.”
He said: “Your faith has made you well.”
Where was that faith?
• In his persistence
• In his refusal to be silenced
• In his loud, violent cry of desperation
And immediately— instantly— miraculously— his eyes were opened. Hallelujah!
Personal Testimony of Pastor Joseph Antwi — “The God Who Vindicates”
This story reminds me of a painful moment early in my life.
After graduating with my bachelor’s degree, I landed a promising position as a real estate project manager in Ghana. One day, a large sum of money went missing. Somehow, I was accused of failing to bring the money to the office. Yet I had given the money to my boss—but she most likely forgot and denied receiving it. My integrity was under attack. My reputation—more important to me than my salary—was at stake.
That night, as a young man with everything to lose, I cried out to the Lord. I prayed the entire night, pleading for God to open the eyes of those involved and reveal the truth. I wanted instant justice.
Beloved, the next morning when I arrived at work, the money was found. My manager apologized. God vindicated me. Hallelujah! What a mighty God we serve.
Intense, persistent prayer produces results.
If you don’t see results immediately—keep praying.
If people mock you—keep praying.
If circumstances try to silence you—keep praying.
One day, just like Bartimaeus, your cry will stop Jesus, and your breakthrough will appear.
Final Charge
Pray like Bartimaeus.
Cry out—even when others tell you to stop.
Press until you hear: “Be of good cheer—He is calling you.”
Your faith will make you whole.
Closing Prayer
Heavenly Father, give me the faith of Bartimaeus— a faith that refuses to be silenced, a faith that cries out until Heaven stands still. Open my eyes where I am blind. Strengthen my voice where I have grown silent. Restore my passion, my hunger, and my expectation.
Lord Jesus, call my name today. Let mercy locate me. Let breakthrough answer me. Let my faith make me whole. In Jesus’ mighty name, Amen.
Personal Reflection
1. Where in my life have I allowed people or situations to silence my prayer?
2. What “garment” or identity must I throw off to step into my next level?
3. What specific miracle do I need to boldly ask Jesus for today?
4. How persistent is my faith when I face resistance or discouragement?
5. What is one area where I need to cry out to God again with fresh fire?
📢 Beloved, kindly do this for me:
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Shalom
Rev Joseph Antwi
I thank God for the Devotion today it was just beautiful.
Truly so many times I have stood before the Lord and cried for His Help.
I cannot tell you one time He has not answered in any kind of way.
Bartimaeus did not shout once, just to give up but he cried until he heard:
“Be of good cheer—He is calling you.”
This is true faith, when everyone tells you to be quiet but you shout louder, only focusing on Christ Jesus.
What an inspiration, it truly brings "praying without ceasing" to a different understanding.
thank you Pastor joseph and Comms. team, God bless you richly.
Wow, today's devotion really has so much in it. I had to read it over and over again until my heart could fully take it in.
When the enemy says “stop,” heaven says “press.”Persistent faith is unstoppable faith. – This was just one of many things in the devotion that encouraged me today.
It thought me that just as Bartimaeus gathered the courage and kept calling out to Jesus, we too must not stop calling out to Him, no matter how long it takes for Him to answer us. The people around us may only see the current situation, but God knows when the moment will come for Him to respond to our call. For Him, one day is like…
Wow thank you Pastor Joseph for this Devotion
This is a great reminder of no matter what the world and people around you say, if you have an agreement with God to pray about something or even if you are calling on Him for something, absolutely no one should be able to stop us.
The faith of Bartimaeus is truly inspiring and an important prayer point.
And so many people always ask “if God is all knowing then why do I have to pray?”
And pastor Joseph has given the perfect answer *“Your miracle begins when your mouth aligns with your need.”*
For me at times I think certain things are too small to bring to God but it is…
Glory to God! Our God is so good, so loving, so faithful…we are in a much better position than Bartimaeus! Now we are children of God, and we can ask our Father because we know He hears us and answers us (within His will, of course), just as our biological children constantly ask and shout until we give them what they want! They know very well that it's a good tactic and that if it's good, wholesome, and healthy, we'll give it to them…that's how God our Father is with us, His children. He delights in granting our requests because we are using our faith, praying guided by the Holy Spirit, and we know that He wants to, and that…
This devotion reminds me that true faith is persistent, vocal, and unashamed. Bartimaeus teaches that when life, people, or circumstances try to silence our faith, we Christians must cry out even louder to God. His story shows that heaven responds to hunger—Jesus stood still because one man refused to give up.
I also learned that faith not only asks but also prepares for the miracle—Bartimaeus threw off his garment before he was healed, showing confidence in what God was about to do. Jesus teaches that our faith activates God’s power.
Finally, it also teaches me that when life tries to quiet my prayer, I must press even harder because heaven always answers hungry faith.