Matthew 20:30
And, behold, two blind men sitting by the way side, when they heard that Jesus passed by, cried out, saying, Have mercy on us, O Lord, thou son of David.
Matthew 20:30
Two blind men sit by the road and cry out to Jesus for mercy as he passes by. Their cry is simple and earnest, contrasted with the crowd’s noise. They recognize Jesus as “the Son of David,” a Messianic confession. The two men persist despite the crowd’s rebuke before Jesus responds, highlighting themes of persistence in faith and divine mercy given to those who call on Jesus. Their dependence on Jesus’ mercy reflects the broader gospel invitation: salvation comes not from status but from faith and appeal to God’s grace.
This scene emphasizes the accessibility of Jesus’ mercy to the marginalized. It reveals a pattern: those who cry out in faith experience healing and inclusion in God’s kingdom. Theologically, it also foreshadows the eschatological promises of sight and revelation when God completes his redemptive work.
- Encourage perseverance in prayer for personal needs or the needs of others, especially when it seems that God is distant.
- Create spaces where people feeling unseen can voice their needs—listen and respond with grace.
Cross-References: Mark 10:46-52; Luke 18:35-43; Isaiah 35:5-6