In what ways can you ensure you're not spiritually blind in your walk? The Warning from Luke 6:39 “Can a blind man lead a blind man? Will they not both fall into a pit?” • Jesus exposes a real danger: spiritual blindness leads to disastrous results, not only for us but for those who follow our example. • The antidote is intentional, ongoing vision-care for the soul. Submit to the True Guide—Jesus • John 8:12—“I am the Light of the world. Whoever follows Me will never walk in the darkness, but will have the light of life.” • Following Christ means obeying His words, trusting His finished work, and letting Him set the agenda for your days. • Regularly place every decision, plan, and desire under His lordship. Anchor Yourself in the Whole Counsel of Scripture • Psalm 119:105—“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” • Daily reading and systematic study keep your worldview aligned with God’s revelation. • Memorize key passages; review them when faced with choices. • Test every teaching you hear (Acts 17:11). Walk in the Light of the Spirit • Galatians 5:16—“Walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh.” • Invite the Spirit to inspect motives and attitudes (Psalm 139:23-24). • Respond quickly when He convicts; delayed obedience clouds spiritual eyesight. Practice Humble Self-Examination • Matthew 7:3-5—remove the log from your own eye before addressing specks in others. • Evaluate: – Is my speech building up or tearing down? – Are my private habits consistent with my public confession? – Do I rejoice when truth confronts me? Stay in God-Designed Community • Hebrews 10:24-25—meet together to spur one another on toward love and good deeds. • A healthy church family provides: – Faithful preaching that exposes blind spots. – Accountability relationships that lovingly correct. – Opportunities to serve, which reveal hidden pride or selfishness. Guard Your Heart with Obedience • James 1:22—“Be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves.” • Spiritual sight grows sharper when truth is practiced, not merely admired. • Keep short accounts with God: confess sin as soon as the Spirit brings it to light (1 John 1:7-9). Cultivate Spiritual Discernment • Philippians 1:9-10—love “abound in knowledge and depth of insight” to approve what is excellent. • Discernment develops through: – Saturation in Scripture. – Prayerful dependence on the Spirit. – Learning from mature believers. • Reject philosophies that contradict clear biblical teaching (Colossians 2:8). Living with Clear Vision Spiritual blindness is avoided when Christ leads, Scripture illuminates, the Spirit empowers, the heart remains humble, and the church community walks together in obedience. Keep these safeguards in place, and you will walk in the light, guiding others away from the pit rather than stumbling into it. |
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