Riverbend Church

The Jesus Way | A Love That Heals


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In her message on Mark 10, Katy explores the discipline of empathetic listening as a profound method for embodying the healing love of Jesus in a divided and isolated world. True listening extends beyond basic conversational skills; it requires paying attention to both spoken words and unspoken emotions, granting dignity to those society often overlooks. This compassionate posture is perfectly modeled by Christ's encounter with the blind beggar Bartimaeus, where He purposefully interrupts His own vital journey, defies the crowd's impatience, and asks a transformative, open-ended question that draws out the man's deepest desires. Emulating this "Jesus Way" means actively cultivating a willingness to be interrupted, slowing down to offer undivided attention, and asking thoughtful questions designed for deep connection rather than simple information gathering. Ultimately, believers are commissioned to serve as a tangible, healing presence in their communities by mirroring this attentive and dignifying love.

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