◄ John 9:24 ►
So a second time they called for the man who had been blind and said, "Give glory to God! We know that this man is a sinner." Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of John 9:24? 2. How does John 9:24 challenge us to stand firm in our faith today? 3. What does "Give glory to God" mean in the context of John 9:24? 4. How can we discern truth when faced with opposition, as in John 9:24? 5. What other biblical instances show people pressured to deny their faith? 6. How can John 9:24 inspire us to witness boldly in our communities? 7. Why did the Pharisees refuse to believe in Jesus despite the miracle in John 9:24? 8. How does John 9:24 challenge the concept of spiritual blindness? 9. What does John 9:24 reveal about the nature of belief and unbelief? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from John 9? 11. Why does divine love not prevent eternal punishment? 12. Can an unbeliever join a church worship team? 13. Does God forgive all sins? (1 John 1:9 vs. Matthew 12:31-32) 14. Hebrews 2:9 says Jesus was made 'lower than the angels' yet fully divine--how can Jesus be both eternally divine and temporarily beneath angels? Discussion Questions 1. How does the response of the Pharisees to the miracle reflect their spiritual condition, and what can we learn from this about recognizing God's work in our lives? 2. In what ways does the healing of the blind man illustrate Jesus' role as the Light of the World, and how can we apply this understanding to our daily walk with Christ? 3. How does the courage of the man born blind in testifying about Jesus challenge us to be bold in our faith, especially in environments that may be hostile to the Gospel? 4. What are some modern-day examples of "spiritual blindness," and how can we, as believers, help others to see the truth of Jesus? 5. Reflect on a time when you had to make a difficult choice to follow Jesus. How does the account of the man born blind encourage you to continue in faith despite challenges? John 9 Bible Study Questions 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? Links John 9:24 NIV John 9:24 NLT John 9:24 ESV John 9:24 NASB John 9:24 KJV John 9:24 Commentaries Bible Hub