1. What is the meaning of John 9:40?

2. How does John 9:40 challenge our understanding of spiritual blindness today?

3. What lessons can we learn from the Pharisees' reaction in John 9:40?

4. How does John 9:40 connect with Jesus' teachings on humility in Matthew 23:12?

5. In what ways can we ensure we are not spiritually blind like the Pharisees?

6. How can John 9:40 inspire us to seek true spiritual insight from Jesus?

7. What does John 9:40 reveal about spiritual blindness versus physical blindness?

8. How does John 9:40 challenge our understanding of sin and guilt?

9. Why do the Pharisees question Jesus in John 9:40?

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

11. In John 9:35-38, how could the blind man immediately acknowledge Jesus as the Son of God without prior teaching?

12. In John 9:13-16, why would the Pharisees react so harshly if this account were verifiable?

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

14. What does spiritual blindness mean?1. How does the reaction of the Pharisees in John 9:40 reflect their spiritual condition, and what can we learn from it about our own spiritual awareness?

2. In what ways can we be spiritually blind today, and how can we seek Jesus' light to gain true insight?

3. How does the theme of spiritual blindness in John 9:40 connect with Jesus' conversation with Nicodemus in John 3?

4. What are some traditions or beliefs that might hinder our spiritual growth, similar to the Pharisees' adherence to the Law?

5. How can we cultivate humility in our spiritual journey to ensure we are open to Jesus' teachings and corrections?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?

John 9:40 NIV
John 9:40 NLT
John 9:40 ESV
John 9:40 NASB
John 9:40 KJV

John 9:40 Commentaries

Bible Hub