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Wednesday Bible Study Recap – John 9

 

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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