Digging Deeper: Faith that Moves Obstacles
“They couldn’t bring him to Jesus because of the crowd, so they dug a hole through the roof above his head.”
Mark 2:4 (NLT)
FAITH THAT MOVES OBSTACLES
The scene in this passage is one of desperation, determination, and deep faith. A paralyzed man needed healing, and his four friends were convinced that Jesus was the answer. But when they arrived at the house where Jesus was teaching, the crowd was so large that they couldn’t even get near the door.
Many people might have given up at that point. They could have said, “Maybe next time,” or “We tried, but it’s too difficult.” But these men refused to let obstacles stop them. Instead of turning away, they found another way—by climbing onto the roof, tearing through it, and lowering their friend directly in front of Jesus.
This is the kind of faith that moves mountains. It’s a faith that doesn’t quit when things get hard. These friends didn’t just believe Jesus could heal—they acted on that belief with bold determination.
How do you respond when you face obstacles in your spiritual life? Do you press forward in faith, or do you get discouraged and give up? Just like these friends, we are called to be persistent in seeking Jesus, even when challenges arise.
T.B. LaBerge wrote, “The greatest tragedy in humanity is when we do not wrestle with God. When we become so apathetic that we are but a limp rag doll in the hands of a mighty lover who wishes that we fight back; that we embrace Him and choose to find truth.”
Think about the people in your life who need Jesus. Are you willing to bring them to Him, even if it requires effort and creativity? Faith is not just about believing—it’s wrestling to put faith into action, trusting that Jesus is the answer.
Sarah Jefferson is married to Curtis and the mother to Grey, Sanders, and Collins. She is a rare Atlanta native, currently living in Acworth. Sarah began her career in public relations in the sports industry. Now, she is a high school English teacher Mt. Paran Christian School. When she’s not teaching, you can find her running or hiking the beautiful trails of north Georgia and spending time with her busy family.