Don't Hide Behind Your Hat

Scripture: Mark 2:17 - "It is not those who are healthy who need a physician, but those who are sick; I did not come to call the righteous, but sinners."

Cowboy Wisdom:
A stubborn cowboy who won't ask for directions will ride in circles till his horse gives out. I've known plenty of hard-headed riders who'd rather get lost than admit they don't know the way. That's not strength - that's foolishness.

The beggar knew his limitations. He wasn't heading out for a casual stroll - he was going to beg because that was his only option for survival. He found the best spot he could and got to work. There was no pretending, no false pride, just honest recognition of his need.

We live in a world that celebrates self-sufficiency, but the Kingdom of God operates differently. Jesus came for the sick, the lost, the broken. The hospital is full of folks who know they need help. Until you're ready to admit you need Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, He can't work His healing in your life.

Questions for Reflection:

1. In what ways do you try to be "self-sufficient" in your spiritual life?
2. What keeps you from admitting your need for God's help - pride, fear, or something else?
3. How would your prayer life change if you approached God with the same honest neediness as the beggar?

Prayer Focus:
​Confess your self-reliance to God. Ask Him to help you see your daily need for His grace and strength. Pray for a humble heart that seeks His help without shame.