Playing in the Mud | March 13th

 “Having said these things, he spit on the ground and made mud with the saliva. Then he anointed the man’s eyes with the mud and said to him, ‘Go, wash in the pool of Siloam.’ (which means Sent). So he went and washed and came back seeing.”

   John 9:6-7

My daughter has been sending pictures of outdoor playsets designed for children to enjoy dirt, mud, water, and other things that make outdoor play both fun and messy. She has requested that I build something similar for our granddaughter, and plans are already underway. This simple project promises to bring great joy, along with a delightful mess.

  Beloved, this miracle is not intended for us to replicate, nor does it prescribe a method for restoring physical sight to the blind. Instead, it highlights how Jesus addressed the spiritual blindness of the leaders who questioned the miracle performed for the poor, blind beggar.

  However, let us reflect on the fact that the Son of God made mud. The Creator of heaven and earth not only became human but also suffered alongside humanity and was willing to touch us in our sins and infirmities. Do you believe that God continues to use ordinary elements of this world to bless and comfort us?

  Scripture teaches us that God is our comforter. The word of God and His presence in our lives provide continual comfort. Each day, the treasury of heaven is opened to us through God's comforts. Consider the refreshing experienced after a restful night, the strength gained from a simple meal, the joy that arises from hearing a familiar voice, and the way both sun and rain refresh all living things.

  It is easy to complain, doubt, and fear. However, this is not the bread of God’s people. Let us ask the Spirit to help us see the goodness of God in our lives and how He comforts us through the simple things of this life. Every good and perfect gift comes from God's hand, even something as humble as mud when touched by Him.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight