Monday November 20, 2017
The question that Jesus poses to the blind beggar may sound silly. What else would a blind man want from a miracle worker other than the healing of his blindness? However, we can never be sure. People approach Jesus for much smaller favors than that. Sometimes what they want is just some alms. Or a new begging bowl. Or a comfortable chair to sit on and beg. Or even a recommendation to sit and beg in places where there is scope for better revenue. Asking for the healing of our blindness may create too much inconvenience. It might mean that I may have to abandon my familiar friends and colleagues, and my comfortable way of earning a living. It may mean that I might have to work hard and care for others who are dependent on me.
Fortunately, the beggar in the Gospel: knew the highest gift to ask for. He asked for sight and he received it. And once he was able to see, he happily abandoned his old ways of living and followed Jesus.
If Jesus were to stand in front of you and ask, “What do you want me to do for you?” what would be your response?
