Matthew 9:28 – 29

“28 And when he was come into the house, the blind men came to him: and Jesus saith unto them, Believe ye that I am able to do this? They said unto him, Yea, Lord. 

29 Then touched he their eyes, saying, According to your faith be it unto you.”

The 9th chapter of Matthew has 5 different miracles performed by Jesus.  What they have in common is those who were seeking Him were effective in getting Jesus’ attention. 

The Ruler used worship, the woman with the issue of blood used her faith, and the 2 blind men were persistent. The man sick with palsy, Jesus was moved by the faith of those who brought him, and to show the scribes who he was. The devil cast out of the dumb man caused all the people to marvel.

For us, these all serve as examples about receiving from God. It requires our worship, faith, and persistence. Once we have God’s attention, we can then ask Him for anything. But be prepared for Jesus’ response “Believe ye that I am able to do this?

Before you answer this question carefully consider your response. Why? Because he already knows the truth. God knows your level of faith. Not to discourage you – for God can do anything. However, we can only receive from God according to our level of faith. 

Jesus responded, “According to your faith be it into you.”  Your faith level will determine what you ask for. It will also determine what you shall receive. 

…Ask and ye shall receive…ye have not, because ye ask not.  Asking God is important and necessary. We must do this. But we must also exercise, and grow our faith  (faith without works is dead). We must stretch our faith and refuse to put limits on God. Ephesians 3:20 “Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us,”

According to your faith (level) you will receive. If you can believe God is able, he will do it for you. If you are struggling in your faith, you must get into the word of God, exercise your faith, and put it to work (in action). 

It is God’s desire to work for you, but you must ask him in faith.

*** I hope this has encouraged your faith. As always your comments are welcome and appreciated. Be blessed.