Small Group Questions
Miracles of Jesus Wk 4
John 9
Sermon Summary
In John 9, Jesus heals a blind man, revealing that people respond to his work in two ways: some reject him by trusting their own reasoning, status, or righteousness, while others move toward belief. The healed man ultimately worships Jesus, showing that true sight comes from trusting him and recognizing who he is.
Discussion Questions
Observation & Understanding
- What different reactions do people have to Jesus healing the blind man throughout the chapter? Who believes, and who rejects him?
- How do the Pharisees investigate the miracle, and what reasons do they give for doubting or rejecting Jesus?
- What is the progression of the blind man’s understanding of Jesus from the beginning to the end of the story?
Theological Reflection
- In verses 2 and 3, Jesus has discussed with his disciples the reason for this man’s blindness. What might we learn about building a framework for suffering and hardships through this interaction?
- Why do you think relying on our reasoning, position, or personal righteousness, like the Pharisees did, can lead us to reject Jesus?
- What does it mean to truly see Jesus for who he is, and how does that lead to worship?
Personal Application
- What are some ways that you have, or are currently, responded to the work of Jesus like the Pharisees’? How did, or might you, change to respond in faith like the blind man?
- What would it look like in your life to actively ask Jesus to reveal himself more clearly to you?
- How has your understanding of Jesus grown over time, similar to the blind man’s journey?
Community & Mission
- How can we ensure that we see the opportunities to glorify God, like Jesus did with the blind man, in our everyday lives?
- What do we learn in this passage about why people might reject Jesus that can help us respond to objections and rejections to Christ better?
- How can our church model a posture of worship and belief that invites others to experience Jesus for themselves?
Prayer Focus: Missionaries
- Pray that we would lead people to faithfully respond to Jesus.
- Pray that we would see the opportunity to glorify God in our everyday lives.
- Pray that we would rejoice with those who Jesus has healed and saved.