How does John 9:26 connect with Jesus' role as the Light of the World? Setting the Scene: The Light Enters a Dark World • John 8:12 records Jesus declaring, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows Me will never walk in the darkness, but will have the light of life.” • John 9 immediately puts that claim on display through the healing of a man born blind. • The entire chapter serves as a living illustration of what the Light does: it gives sight, exposes unbelief, and directs glory to God. John 9:26 in Focus “Then they asked him, ‘What did He do to you? How did He open your eyes?’ ” • The Pharisees press the formerly blind man for a repeat testimony. • Their question highlights the central miracle—eyes opened by Jesus, the Light. • The man’s sight becomes undeniable evidence that the Light has broken into darkness. Light Exposes and Divides • The same Light that grants sight also uncovers resistance. Pharisees see the healed man yet cling to disbelief. • John 3:19–20 shows this pattern: “Light has come into the world, but men loved darkness rather than light…”. • John 9:26 marks the moment the religious leaders reveal their preference for darkness by challenging the miracle instead of celebrating it. Light Reveals the Works of God • Jesus stated beforehand, “As long as I am in the world, I am the Light of the world” (John 9:5). • The miracle was “so that the works of God might be displayed” (John 9:3). • By demanding “What did He do to you?” the leaders unwittingly direct attention to the very work God wanted highlighted. Light Gives Testimony Worth Repeating • The healed man repeats his story because the Light creates undeniable testimony. • Revelation 12:11 underscores the power of testimony: “They overcame him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony”. • Every retelling in John 9 underscores that life-changing encounters with Jesus invite continual proclamation. Living in the Light • Celebrate works of God with gratitude rather than skepticism. • Share personal encounters with Jesus boldly and simply, following the healed man’s example. • Stand firm when opposition arises, remembering that Light both heals and exposes. • Walk daily in the clarity and courage that flow from the Light of the World. |
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