What Do You See?

N.T. #735 "What Do You See?"

Feb. 13, 2026 

John 9

LET IT GLOW 

Why was this man born blind? Was it because his parents sinned or he sinned? That is the situation in a nutshell. At that time, folks believed birth defects were a result of personal sin. Jesus' disciples wondered if it was so. 

How did Jesus answer those questions? 

This came about that God's works might be displayed in him. (verse 3, Christian Standard Bible)

What did Jesus do to show God's power? He spit into the dirt, made clay, put it on the man's eyes; then He told the blind man to go wash in the Pool of Siloam. When the man did, the man could see. No special display of power for onlookers to see. Neighbors, others, and the Pharisees asked the former blind man how he gained his sight.

I would like to have follow this guy around when he noticed everything for the first time. Seeing trees, flowers, buildings, people, animals, things we take for granted being able to see.

Look at how Tony Evans spoke about this situation: 

By using his saliva, Jesus was imparting divine DNA to the human defect in order to bring about a supernatural transformation of his humanity. This was to serve as a physical illustration of the supernatural spiritual transformation Jesus came to bring. 

Can you imagine the excitement!

Is Jesus transforming our hearts today?

 

LET IT GROW 

There are no explanations as to why Jesus chose the method of healing the blind man. Probably it was a testing of the blind man's faith and obedience. He was sent to Siloam and told to wash there. Anyway, the man was able to see for the first time in his life. What an exciting day for him!

Had any exciting days lately? I always enjoy whenever my granddaughter calls me. She is the only one out of 7 who does. Those times are special to me. 

This recount is similar to that of Naaman. Although, this blind man responded immediately and was healed. 

LET IT GO

Do we respond immediately when Jesus speaks to us and gives us an assignment.?

Is there something you need to let go of and let Jesus handle? 

Can we see the needs of others?