In Mark 5 we read the account of Jesus healing a synagogue ruler’s daughter. The ruler’s name was Jairus and the girl was 12 years old. Jesus had and always will have the power and willingness to intervene and change people’s lives. We never have to wonder if Jesus is willing or able to intervene in our lives. When sin or loss or heartache or disappointment or grief has burdened us, Jesus stands willing and able to deliver us.
This same account is found in gospel of Matthew. (Mt 9:18-26) records an interesting statement. After Jairus requested Jesus to come and raise his daughter, the text says, “So Jesus arose and followed him, and so did His disciples.” That verse of scripture contains a powerful thought. We most often think of following Jesus. In fact, Jesus invites us to follow Him (Lk 9:23). It just makes sense to follow Jesus because He is our Lord and Savior and his values and life style He calls us to live are the highest known to man and has blessed society for over two thousand years. The eternal reward that He offers those who choose to follow Him is unthinkable. It is difficult to understand why anyone would refuse to follow Jesus. But (Mt 9:19) challenges us from a different perspective. At Jairus request, Jesus arose and followed him.
Would Jesus follow me? Could Jesus follow me and still be a good example to others? Could Jesus follow me and be a good example in worship attendance, or would He accuse me of robbing God? Could Jesus follow my example in servant hood, or would He say that I’m just concerned with number one? Could Jesus follow my example in involvement, or would He accuse me of burying my talent? Millions claim to follow Jesus, but a penetrating question is WOULD JESUS FOLLOW YOU?