How can we apply the lesson of John 9:26 to our faith journey? Setting the Scene: The Blind Man’s Story • In John 9 Jesus literally heals a man born blind, a miracle attested by neighbors, parents, and religious leaders. • The healed man’s life becomes a living testimony that no one can refute, yet the Pharisees persist in disbelief. • Verse 26 captures their frustration: “Then they asked him, ‘What did He do to you? How did He open your eyes?’” (John 9:26) Key Observations from John 9:26 • Persistent interrogation: religious leaders refuse to accept the obvious work of Jesus. • Unmoved testimony: the formerly blind man remains consistent, truthful, and bold about what Jesus did. • Opportunity for witness: every repeated question gives the man another platform to exalt Christ. Faith Applications for Today • Stand firm in your story – Like the healed man, communicate clearly what Jesus has literally done in your life. – “We cannot stop speaking about what we have seen and heard.” (Acts 4:20) • Expect resistance without retreat – Unbelief still challenges God’s work; remain unmoved. – “Hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful.” (Hebrews 10:23) • Use repetition as reinforcement – Each time you recount God’s intervention, the truth sinks deeper into you and those listening. – “I will speak of Your testimonies before kings and will not be ashamed.” (Psalm 119:46) • Keep the focus on Jesus, not on self – The man’s answers pointed back to Christ’s power, not personal merit. – “For God, who said, ‘Let light shine out of darkness,’ made His light shine in our hearts.” (2 Corinthians 4:6) • Prepare to give a reasoned response – Be ready, just as the man instantly shared the facts of his encounter. – “Always be prepared to give a defense to everyone who asks you the reason for the hope that is in you.” (1 Peter 3:15) Walking It Out This Week • Review your own salvation story; note specific ways Jesus has “opened your eyes.” • Memorize or meditate on one supporting verse that strengthens your resolve to witness. • When challenged, answer plainly and consistently, allowing God’s work to speak for itself. |
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