What can we learn about faith from the man's healing in John 9:32? Setting the scene - John 9 opens with Jesus encountering a man who had been blind from birth. - Without being asked, Jesus acts: “He spat on the ground, made some mud, and applied it to the man’s eyes. ‘Go,’ He told him, ‘wash in the Pool of Siloam’ ”(John 9:6–7). - The man obeys, washes, and comes back seeing. Opposition follows, and in the heat of questioning he declares, “Never before has anyone heard of opening the eyes of a man born blind” (John 9:32). Faith stands out in the testimony (John 9:32) - His simple, factual statement underscores the unprecedented nature of his healing. - He does not yet grasp every theological detail about Jesus, but he speaks what he knows: God has done something completely new and unmistakably divine. - That honesty—declaring what God has done even while still learning—reveals genuine, growing faith. Key lessons about faith • Faith tells the truth about God’s work even when understanding is incomplete. – Like the healed man, believers may not answer every question, yet they can confidently share what Christ has done (1 John 1:3). • Faith recognizes the impossible becomes possible with God. – “What is impossible with man is possible with God” (Luke 18:27). – The man’s declaration echoes this reality: no precedent, yet God acted. • Faith grows through obedience. – He obeyed Jesus’ command to wash before he ever saw the result (John 9:7). – Hebrews 11:8–9 shows Abraham stepping out similarly; obedience precedes fuller revelation. • Faith endures opposition. – Pharisees press him, parents distance themselves, yet he refuses to deny the miracle (John 9:25). – “The righteous are bold as a lion” (Proverbs 28:1). • Faith invites deeper revelation. – After his bold stand, Jesus seeks him out and reveals Himself as the Son of Man (John 9:35–38). – James 4:8 promises, “Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you.” Application for our walk today - Share God’s works simply and honestly, even if every doctrine isn’t settled in our minds. - Expect God to do the unprecedented when His purpose calls for it. - Respond quickly to His commands; obedience often precedes understanding. - Stand firm when questioned; God uses opposition to strengthen faith. - Keep seeking Jesus after every victory; He delights to reveal more of Himself to responsive hearts. |
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