The Deaf & Dumb Man
Mark 7:31-37 NLT
“Jesus left Tyre and went up to Sidon before going back to the Sea of Galilee and the region of the Ten Towns (the Decapolis). A deaf man with a speech impediment was brought to him, and the people begged Jesus to lay his hands on the man to heal him.”- Mark 7:31-32
Word is getting around about the man who does miracles. A deaf man with a speech problem was brought to him. The people begged Jesus to heal him. The people didn’t yet know the true dynamic of God. One needn’t beg for anything from God, but merely ask. Jesus was more than willing to heal those in need for it was another example of his power and authority over his creation.
As mentioned in an earlier post, the Decapolis, or the Ten Towns, were inhabited by gentiles. God’s healing power was meant for all and not just the Jews. This is shown by his unhesitating willingness to touch ANYONE who was in need.
Scripture tells us Jesus takes the deaf, mute man away from the crowd. It would appear that he had chosen to deal with this man on a more personal level. The Lord placed his fingers in his ears and then, spitting on his own fingers, touched the man’s tongue with his saliva. Then, looking up toward heaven Jesus said, “Be opened” and INSTANTLY the man could both hear and speak plainly.
Why did Jesus tell the people not to speak of this event to anyone? “Jesus knew that publicity over such miracles might hinder His mission and divert public attention from His message.” [1] But the people disobeyed and even though the Lord took his ministry out into the desert region throngs of people still sought him out. Until next time, walk with the King and be a blessing.
In his name & for his glory,
Richard Keller
Bread of Life Ministries
Resource: Expositor's Bible Commentary (Abridged Edition): New Testament, Copyright 2004.
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