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The Power of One


The Power of One

Reference Mark 10:47 MSG

Bartimaeus, son of Timaeus, was sitting alongside the road. When he heard that Jesus the Nazarene was passing by, he began to cry out, “Son of David, Jesus! Mercy, have mercy on me!” Many tried to hush him up, but he yelled all the louder, “Son of David! Mercy, have mercy on me! 

Bartimaeus may have heard of Lazarus’ resurrection in his own neighbourhood, and that testimony fuelled his cry. Faith often springs from hearing what God has done nearby. Amen.

Prayer is not about many words, but about faith-filled closeness. God responds to the power of one prayer when it is filled with faith. Let us be people who pray — not just long prayers, but faithful prayers. Every cry of “Son of David, have mercy on me” is a step closer to His presence.

  • Enoch pleased God (Hebrews 11) — mentioned only once, yet that single testimony echoes through eternity. His life was a prayer of walking with God. One testimony, yet eternal.
  • Jabez prayed (1 Chronicles 4:10) — one prayer, recorded once, but it reshaped his destiny. One prayer changed his destiny. Prayer enlarges our territory and draws us into God’s blessing.
  • Habakkuk rejoiced (Habakkuk 3:17–18) — one declaration of joy in the midst of barrenness became a timeless anthem of faith. His declaration of joy was prayer in barren times. Prayer keeps us close even when circumstances are empty
  • David succeeded (1 Samuel 18:5) — one young shepherd’s obedience made him victorious in everything Saul sent him to do.
  • Bartimaeus cried out (Mark 10:47) — one desperate shout, “Son of David, have mercy on me!” opened his eyes and changed his life.
  • Two blind men called Him (Matthew 9:27) — one repeated cry, “Son of David,” drew the Messiah’s compassion.
  • A Canaanite woman pleaded (Matthew 15:22) — one persistent appeal, using the same title, “Son of David,” brought healing to her daughter.
Each story shows that one act of faith — whether a prayer, a cry, a declaration, or a step of obedience — is enough to move Heaven. The title “Son of David” was not just a phrase; it was the popular designation of the Messiah, a recognition of His authority and promise.

How are the Prayer draws us near to Yhwh?

It doesn’t take many words, long prayers, or repeated actions. God responds to the power of one — when it is filled with faith.

Jesus declared victory (John 16:33) — one statement, “I have overcome the world,” secures hope for all generations.

Father God, Bartimaeus cried out to You for mercy. When all the odds were against him, he was determined and shouted, “Jesus, Son of David, have pity on me!” Lord Jesus, You are our Messiah and King; we acknowledge Your authority and promises. We believe that one prayer, one cry, one declaration, or one step of obedience is enough to touch Your heart and release Your power on earth. Strengthen us to act in faith today—even if it’s just one step, one word, one war cry, or one prayer. Let our testimony echo through eternity, just like Enoch, Jabez, Habakkuk, David, a Canaanite woman, Bartimaeus, and two other blind men. In Your mighty name, Son of David, we pray. Amen.
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