John 9: Group Study Handout

Overview

Jesus sees a man who has been blind from birth. His disciples ask if it is because of this man’s sin or his parents’ sin. Jesus says neither caused it, but that God’s works might be shown (vv.

Key verse

“Jesus said, “I came into this world for judgment, that those who don’t see may see; and that those who see may become blind.”

John 9:39 (WEB)

Outline

1. John 9:1–7 Jesus heals the blind man
2. John 9:8–12 Neighbors discuss the miracle
3. John 9:13–23 Pharisees interrogate the healed man
4. John 9:24–34 The blind man's defense
5. John 9:35–41 Jesus reveals his identity

Discussion questions

1. In v6, what method does Jesus use to heal the blind man?
2. What do the neighbors say in vv. 9-10 when they see the healed man?
3. The Pharisees' response in v16: how do they reconcile their beliefs with the miracle?
4. The man's statement in v33: what does he imply about Jesus' connection to God?
5. When have you faced opposition for your beliefs, like the blind man's parents in v22?

Go deeper

Passages that echo John 9: John 11, John 12, John 8.

Before next time: read John 10.