◄ John 9:31 ►
We know that God does not listen to sinners, but He does listen to the one who worships Him and does His will. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of John 9:31? 2. How does John 9:31 emphasize the importance of living a righteous life? 3. What does John 9:31 teach about God's response to sinners' prayers? 4. How can we align our prayers with God's will according to John 9:31? 5. How does John 9:31 connect with James 5:16 on effective prayer? 6. What steps can you take to ensure God hears your prayers? 7. Does John 9:31 imply God only hears prayers from those who worship Him? 8. How does John 9:31 align with the concept of God's omniscience? 9. What historical context influences the interpretation of John 9:31? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from John 9? 11. Why does this major miracle only appear in John and not in the other Gospels (John 11)? 12. What does propitiation mean? 13. (Psalm 65:2) If God truly hears all prayers, why do so many sincere requests remain unanswered? 14. If ignoring the law makes one’s prayers detestable (Proverbs 28:9), how do we account for apparent answered prayers among those who openly violate biblical commands? Discussion Questions 1. How does the context of John 9:31, involving the healing of the blind man, enhance our understanding of the verse? 2. In what ways can we ensure that our lives reflect the worship and obedience that God listens to, as mentioned in John 9:31? 3. How do the additional scriptures (Psalm 66:18, Proverbs 15:29, 1 John 3:22) deepen our understanding of God's responsiveness to prayer? 4. What practical steps can we take to remove sin from our lives to ensure our prayers are heard by God? 5. How does Jesus' role as our mediator influence our confidence in approaching God with our prayers and requests? 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 9:31 NIV John 9:31 NLT John 9:31 ESV John 9:31 NASB John 9:31 KJV John 9:31 Commentaries Bible Hub