◄ John 9:41 ►
"If you were blind," Jesus replied, "you would not be guilty of sin. But since you claim you can see, your guilt remains." Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of John 9:41? 2. How does John 9:41 challenge us to acknowledge our spiritual blindness? 3. What does "your guilt remains" in John 9:41 imply about personal responsibility? 4. How can we apply John 9:41 to discern spiritual pride in our lives? 5. What connections exist between John 9:41 and the concept of spiritual sight in Scripture? 6. How does John 9:41 encourage humility in our walk with Christ? 7. What does John 9:41 reveal about spiritual blindness and accountability? 8. How does John 9:41 challenge our understanding of sin and guilt? 9. Why does Jesus say "your guilt remains" in John 9:41? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from John 9? 11. What constitutes willful sin? 12. Does God judge us by our response to received light? 13. What does spiritual blindness mean? 14. In John 9:13-16, why would the Pharisees react so harshly if this account were verifiable? Discussion Questions 1. How does Jesus' statement in John 9:41 challenge the Pharisees' understanding of sin and righteousness? 2. In what ways can we be spiritually blind today, and how can we seek true sight through Jesus? 3. How does the concept of spiritual blindness in John 9:41 relate to the warnings given to the church in Laodicea in Revelation 3:17? 4. What practical steps can we take to avoid the self-righteousness exhibited by the Pharisees? 5. How can acknowledging our own spiritual blindness lead to a deeper relationship with God and others? 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 9:41 NIV John 9:41 NLT John 9:41 ESV John 9:41 NASB John 9:41 KJV John 9:41 Commentaries Bible Hub