Blind Eyes Will See the Light
As we continue to make our way through John’s gospel, we come to the narrative of the man who was born blind. Jesus brings out several truths in chapter nine that relate to the controversy regarding the formerly blind man, first from the perspective of the disciples and then the blindness of the Pharisees. However, for our purposes, this week, we will be examining the end of the narrative where Jesus has sought out the formerly blind man in order to affirm His deity. In this account, we see a good comparison between spiritual sight and spiritual blindness. In either spiritual condition, we will identify four observations that will help us conceptualie the Great Commission.
With respect to spiritual sight, we notice from scripture that 1) it requires divine initiative (v.35), 2) respond in faith (v.36), 3) recognizes Christ (vv. 37-38a) and 4) results in worship (v. 38b). This presents so clearly the plan of salvation that has been true for ages and that many churches have ignored.
On the other hand, we also see the observations of spiritual darkness: 1) receives judgment (v.39), 2) refuses to admit his condition (v.40), 3) rejects spiritual sight (v.41a) and 4) results in doom (v.41b). This paints a grim picture of the reality for those who refuse faith in Christ and destined for an eternity of blindness (separation from God).
Come to Cash Creek this week to hear the story unpacked.
