DEEPER Daily Devotional
Thursday, 3rd July 2025
Topic: From The Sidelines To The Frontline
Scripture: Mark 10:46-52
To be on the sidelines is to be a spectator. You’re only watching what is going on, possibly taking pictures. But you’re not involved in the action. The best that comes out of being on the sidelines is that you can narrate to others what you saw and heard. There are certain times and seasons when it is OK to be on the sidelines.
But we must also be sensitive enough to notice when there’s an opportunity to move from the sidelines to the frontline. Bartimaeus could have been just a footnote, an insignificant spectator as Jesus made his way to Jerusalem through Jericho. Everyone was excited being on the sidelines as they followed Jesus. But Bartimaeus saw an opportunity. Finally, he could stop being the blind beggar and rather be the miracle people talk about. He shouted to get the attention of Jesus. Even when people tried to silence him, he shouted even more.
His act of faith brought him before Jesus to receive a change of story and a testimony that will never be forgotten. Are you feeling the nudge of the Spirit, pushing you towards the frontline? It is a season of glory, and you have been chosen to be in the thick of the action. You can be the difference maker the family needs. You can be the reason someone finally accepts Christ or the inspiration that keeps people from giving up. Shake off the distractions and embrace the story of glory marked for you by your Father. No more hiding. It’s time to show up!
Prayer: Father, I embrace every assignment and opportunity You have for me in this season. By Your strength, I advance from the sidelines to the frontline.
Written by : Elorm Mensa
