SUMMARY OF JOHN 9:35-41
Jesus seeks out the blind man after his excommunication. He asks him if he believes in him. The man says yes and worships him. He tells the Pharisees they are responsible for their spiritual blindness.
BSF Study Questions John’s Gospel: The Truth Lesson 13, Day 5: John 9:35-41
12) Jesus is compassionate. He seeks us out when we need him the most. He cares, he listens, he helps.
13a) By giving him more information and teaching him.
b) He confessed his belief in Jesus, and he acted on it by worshipping Jesus.
c) Lord, I believe in you whole-heartedly — your goodness, your help, your healing, and your chastisement. I worship you with all that I am and all that I have.
14) He tells the Pharisees they are responsible for their spiritual blindness. He has come to judge the world for their unbelief. But, if you admit your spiritual blindness and need for a Savior, you can see. But those who say they are spiritual but aren’t can be made blind to the Word.
15) He has helped me to understand His word and to abide by it, as well as given me help in applying His truths to my own life.
Conclusions BSF Study Questions John’s Gospel: The Truth Lesson 13, Day 5: John 9:35-41
I love how Jesus seeks us out and never lets go.
End Notes BSF Study Questions John’s Gospel: The Truth Lesson 13, Day 5: John 9:35-41
The blind man is awarded for his faith.
Jesus used the title “Son of Man” often to refer to himself.
Note how Jesus’ interaction with this man is different than we’ve seen in other areas of the Bible. First, he was healed. Then, he was persecuted. Finally, he believed. All of our paths are different.
The man worshipped Jesus, and Jesus accepted his worship. This is another sign Jesus is God.
Jesus came as judge.
It all comes down to accountability. If the Pharisees would admit their blindness, they could see. Yet, they choose to remain spiritually blind.