John 9:21
But how he can now see or who opened his eyes, we do not know. Ask him. He is old enough to speak for himself."
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of John 9:21?

2. How does John 9:21 demonstrate personal responsibility in understanding Jesus' miracles?

3. What role do parents play in guiding children to faith, as seen here?

4. How can we apply the parents' response to our own faith challenges today?

5. How does John 9:21 connect to the theme of spiritual blindness in Scripture?

6. What does John 9:21 teach about fear of societal pressure in sharing faith?

7. How does John 9:21 challenge the concept of parental responsibility in faith?

8. What does John 9:21 reveal about the authority of religious leaders?

9. How does John 9:21 address the theme of personal accountability?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from John 9?

11. In Psalm 146:8, how does God's claimed power to heal blindness align with documented medical science?

12. In John 9:18-23, is there any historical or external evidence that confirms the parents' testimony?

13. In John 9:8-9, why does the crowd seem uncertain about recognizing the healed man?

14. What does the Bible say about seeing spirits and demons?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the reaction of the blind man's parents reflect the challenges we face in standing up for our faith today?

2. In what ways can we take personal responsibility for our spiritual growth and testimony, as suggested by the parents' response?

3. How does the fear of human authority impact our willingness to share our faith, and how can we overcome it?

4. What role should parents play in supporting their children's faith, and how can this be applied in modern Christian families?

5. How does this miracle of Jesus affirm His identity as the Messiah, and how can this strengthen our faith in His promises?1. What is the significance of the disciples' question about sin and suffering in relation to present-day interpretations of adversity?

2. How does Jesus' answer to the disciples challenge common assumptions about the causes of suffering?

3. What does the healing of the blind man reveal about Jesus' power over physical afflictions?

4. How can the mixed reactions to the blind man's healing be seen in contemporary responses to miracles or transformative events?

5. In what ways does the healed man's testimony demonstrate courage and conviction?

6. How do the Pharisees' responses to the miracle reflect their spiritual blindness?

7. How does the blind man's interaction with the Pharisees develop his understanding of Jesus' identity?

8. What can we learn from the blind man's parents' response to the Pharisees' questioning?

9. How does the blind man’s expulsion from the synagogue reflect the cost of discipleship?

10. How does the healed man's confession of faith inspire your personal faith journey?

11. What does Jesus' discourse on spiritual blindness reveal about spiritual understanding and ignorance?

12. How does the chapter illuminate the concept of spiritual sight in the context of faith and doubt?

13. In what ways does the chapter encourage perseverance in faith amidst opposition and persecution?

14. How does Jesus' interaction with the Pharisees after the healing episode reveal His stance on self-righteousness?

15. Reflect on Jesus' metaphor of light and darkness. How does it relate to your understanding of His role in your life?

16. How does the Pharisees' refusal to acknowledge the miracle mirror contemporary rejection of spiritual truths?

17. How can the blind man's transformation from a passive recipient of a miracle to an active defender of faith inspire you in your spiritual journey?

18. What lessons does this chapter offer about the potential impacts of fear on faith?

19. How does this chapter challenge the traditional concepts of sin and divine punishment?

20. Reflect on the entire chapter. How does the story of the blind man influence your understanding of faith and spiritual transformation?

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