Wednesday Bible Study Recap – John 9
Last Wednesday at Jason Lee Memorial United Methodist Church, we had a dynamic and engaging Bible study as we explored John 9 together.
We began with a fun warm-up using a Wordwall quiz based on John 9. It was a great way to review the text, get everyone involved, and prepare our hearts and minds for a deeper conversation.
Two Types of Blindness
John 9:1–7 | John 9:39
We started by reflecting on two kinds of blindness:
Physical blindness – like the man born blind
Spiritual blindness – not seeing truth even when it is right in front of us
Jesus says:
“I came into this world… so that those who do not see may see, and those who do see may become blind” (John 9:39)
This led us into a powerful conversation about how spiritual blindness can affect anyone—not just those outside the faith.
Spiritual Blindness Today
John 9:13–34 | Matthew 15:14
We discussed how the Pharisees in the story are not just figures of the past. Their attitude can still be present today in religious spaces.
Rigid thinking
Judgment without compassion
Resistance to what God is doing
Jesus warns:
“If the blind lead the blind, both will fall into a pit” (Matthew 15:14)
This challenged us to reflect honestly on our own hearts and attitudes.
A Growing Vision of Jesus
John 9:11, 17, 38
One of the most meaningful parts of the study was observing how the blind man’s understanding of Jesus grows over time:
First: “The man called Jesus” (v.11)
Then: “He is a prophet” (v.17)
Finally: “Lord”—and he worships Him (v.38)
We reflected on how our own journey of faith often looks the same—our understanding of Jesus deepens as we walk with Him.
Blindness as a Closed Mind
John 9:40–41 | Isaiah 6:9–10
We discussed how spiritual blindness is not always about lack of knowledge, but often about a made-up mind—a heart that is not willing to change.
Not inability → but resistance
Not ignorance → but refusal
This was a strong reminder that humility is essential for spiritual growth.
Warning from Laodicea
Revelation 3:17–18
We connected this story with the church in Laodicea:
“You say, ‘I am rich… I need nothing.’ You do not realize that you are wretched, pitiable, poor, blind, and naked.”
We discussed how self-sufficiency is one of the clearest symptoms of spiritual blindness.
Thinking we don’t need God
Believing we already see clearly
Losing dependence on grace
Jesus invites us instead to receive true sight from Him.
Jesus’ Unusual Way of Healing
John 9:6–7
We also noticed that Jesus healed this man differently:
He made mud
Placed it on the man’s eyes
Told him to go and wash
Unlike other moments where Jesus simply spoke or touched, here the process was more involved.
We reflected on how:
Jesus does not always work the same way
Healing and transformation can be a journey, not just a moment
Obedience plays a role in experiencing God’s work
Closing Reflection
This study challenged us to ask:
Where might I be spiritually blind?
Is my understanding of Jesus still growing?
Am I open to change, or holding onto a fixed mindset?
Am I depending on God, or on myself?
Invitation
You are warmly invited to join us for our next Wednesday Bible Study:
📍 Jason Lee Memorial United Methodist Church
🕔 Wednesday at 5:00 PM
Come and grow with us as we continue exploring God’s Word together in a welcoming and faith-filled community.
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