The Pharisees skeptically asked Jesus in this Text of Scripture, "Are we blind?" (Verse 40) And they were, spiritually! But they did not know that they were! More precisely, they would not acknowledge that! They considered themselves true "seers!" … [Continue reading]
I FORGOT TO SAY … JOHN 9:35-38 … A BEAUTIFUL ENDING!
One of the loveliest Stories (though an actual historical account) in all the Gospels, full to the brim with faith, saving faith! John 9:1-38 recounts the healing of a man born blind, a poor beggar in fact. Gradually through the Chapter his … [Continue reading]
I FORGOT TO SAY … JOHN 9:24-34 … “AND THEY CAST HIM OUT!”
When the Pharisees (the "Jews") commanded the now healed blind man to "Give God the praise," they as much as took God's precious Name in vain! They actually used God's reverent Name to attempt to trick the ex-blind man into denying his healing … [Continue reading]
I FORGOT TO SAY … JOHN 9:18-23 … WHEN “FAMILY” FORSAKES YOU, FOR JESUS’ SAKE!
Yes, the healed "blind beggar" soon learned that even his parents were not excited about his "miracle!" They turned their backs on their own son, for fear of the Pharisees! The exact verse Reference I forgot to include in our Class today is … [Continue reading]
I FORGOT TO SAY … JOHN 9:13-17 … “HE IS A PROPHET!”
The Pharisees (as leaders of the Jews) seem to have a dominant role in much of John chapter 9. The once blind man's neighbors brought him to these Pharisees ... likely for their "approval." These religious (but hypocritical) leaders asked questions … [Continue reading]
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