What to Do When You’re Desperate for a Miracle | Mark 5:21-24

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Our text today is Mark 5:21-24:

And when Jesus had crossed again in the boat to the other side, a great crowd gathered about him, and he was beside the sea. Then came one of the rulers of the synagogue, Jairus by name, and seeing him, he fell at his feet and implored him earnestly, saying, “My little daughter is at the point of death. Come and lay your hands on her, so that she may be made well and live.” And he went with him. — Mark 5:21-24

Jesus returns to the Jewish side of the Sea of Galilee, and as usual, the crowds are already waiting. But this time, someone pushes through the crowd—not a leper, not a tax collector, not a fisherman. It’s a father. And a synagogue ruler.

His name is Jairus. He’s a respected man. A religious leader. A person of status in the community. But on this day, none of that matters to him. The only thing on his mind is the life of his daughter—sick and close to death.

Jairus doesn't send a servant. He leaves her bedside, falls at Jesus’ feet, and begs:

“My little daughter is at the point of death. Come and lay your hands on her, so that she may be made well and live.”

This is more than desperation—it’s faith. That’s what faith does. It moves into and through imperfect conditions. It walks into uncertainty. It reaches through desperation—toward the only one who holds hope and healing: Jesus.

Jairus didn’t know how his request would be received. But he had heard about Jesus. And he knew Jesus was the only one who could help. And Jesus responds with mercy—he goes with him.

Faith is often seen most clearly in our moments of desperation. The singular focus of our heart, mind, and soul in crisis directs everything toward the one object worthy of our trust. For Jairus, it wasn’t a physician. It was the Miracle Worker from Nazareth. He fell at His feet—believing He could heal and save.

Maybe today, you’re carrying a desperate burden. Maybe it’s not a daughter—but a decision. Maybe not a disease—but a disappointment. Don’t carry it alone. Bring it to Jesus. Run to Him. Fall before Him. Ask boldly. And trust—He still walks with those who cry out in faith.

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ASK THIS:

1. What desperate burden are you carrying today?
2. How does Jairus’ faith challenge your own response to trials?
3. Who or what do you usually run to in crisis?
4. What might it look like to “fall at Jesus’ feet” in your life?

DO THIS:

Run to Jesus today with your burden—don’t delay. Speak to him out loud, laying your needs at his feet.

PRAY THIS:

Jesus, in my desperation, I bring my burden to You, trusting You alone can save. Strengthen my faith as I wait for Your mercy. Amen.

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"Run to the Father" by Cody Carnes.