Jesus the Waymaker: His Power Can Still Make a Way Where There Is None

"I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me." — John 14:6

What Does "Waymaker" Mean?

The word Waymaker describes someone who creates a path where there seems to be none. A waymaker removes obstacles, opens doors, and guides people through difficult circumstances. In the Bible, Jesus is revealed as the ultimate Waymaker—the One who makes a way for salvation, healing, deliverance, and provision.

Throughout Scripture, we see Jesus creating paths for the broken, leading the lost, and opening doors that seemed impossible to walk through. The same Jesus who made a way then is still making a way today.

Jesus: The Waymaker in Salvation

The greatest way Jesus made was the way to eternal life. Before Jesus, sin separated humanity from God. No sacrifice, effort, or good deed could bridge the gap between our brokenness and God’s holiness. But Jesus became the way, the bridge, the path to reconciliation.

John 14:6 declares: "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me."

Without Him, the path to eternity was blocked—but through Him, the way was opened. His death and resurrection removed every barrier, securing a way for humanity to be restored, redeemed, and reunited with God.

Jesus: The Waymaker in Deliverance

Many times, life presents challenges, strongholds, and situations that seem impossible to escape. Whether addiction, fear, oppression, or spiritual bondage, Jesus delivers and makes a way to freedom.

1. Deliverance for the Israelites at the Red Sea

Exodus 14:21-22 describes a powerful moment when God parted the Red Sea: "Then Moses stretched out his hand over the sea, and the Lord drove the sea back with a strong east wind all night and turned it into dry land. The waters were divided, and the Israelites went through the sea on dry ground."

The enemy was closing in, and no natural escape was in sight—but God made a way. In the same way, Jesus makes a way for us when it seems impossible, delivering us from what tries to destroy us.

2. Deliverance for the Demon-Possessed Man

Mark 5:1-20 tells the story of a man who was tormented by demons, rejected by society, and bound by chains. But Jesus arrived, cast out the demons, and restored him to peace, wholeness, and dignity.

Jesus made a way for his freedom, proving that no bondage is too strong for Him to break. Today, He still delivers those trapped in sin, addiction, fear, and oppression.

Jesus: The Waymaker in Healing

Jesus made a way for healing in the lives of many, restoring the sick, reviving the broken, and giving new life.

1. Healing the Blind Man

John 9:1-7 tells of a man blind from birth. Jesus restored his sight, proving that even conditions that seem permanent are not beyond His power.

2. Healing the Woman with the Issue of Blood

For twelve years, she suffered with sickness, searching for a cure. Nothing worked—until she reached for Jesus. Mark 5:25-34 records the moment she touched His garment, and instantly, she was healed.

Jesus made a way for her restoration, proving that no matter how long suffering lasts, He is still able.

Jesus: The Waymaker in Provision

1. Feeding the Five Thousand

With only five loaves and two fish, Jesus miraculously fed thousands (John 6:1-14). The disciples saw lack, but Jesus saw provision.

Jesus made a way when resources seemed too small, proving that He is the source of provision in every need.

2. Providing for the Widow and Her Son

In 1 Kings 17:8-16, a widow faced her last meal and certain death. But God sent provision through Elijah, multiplying her flour and oil until the famine ended.

Jesus still provides today—whether financial, spiritual, or emotional, He will make a way.

Jesus: The Waymaker in the Impossible

There is no situation too hard, no obstacle too great for Jesus. Where humanity sees a dead end, He sees an opportunity to make a way.

1. Jesus Calms the Storm

In Mark 4:35-41, Jesus and His disciples were caught in a violent storm. Fear took over—but Jesus spoke, “Peace, be still,” and the winds obeyed.

Jesus made a way for calm in the middle of the chaos, proving that He has authority over every storm in life.

2. Raising Lazarus from the Dead

In John 11, Lazarus had been dead for four days, and everyone believed it was too late. But Jesus declared, “I am the resurrection and the life,” then called Lazarus to rise—and he did.

Jesus made a way even when death seemed final, proving that He can bring life to any situation.

Jesus Still Makes a Way Today

No matter the struggle, the uncertainty, or the impossibility—Jesus is still a Waymaker. Whether you need salvation, healing, provision, deliverance, or peace, He is able.

Keys to Receiving His Way

Faith — Believe He is able (Hebrews 11:1).

Trust — Surrender your situation to Him (Proverbs 3:5-6).

Persistence — Keep seeking Him (Matthew 7:7-8).

Jesus is making a way for you, even now. Stay firm, hold onto faith, and watch how He moves.

Dr. D. Devon Griffin, Author

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