GROUP GUIDE
Leading a group through these questions? Here’s a simple guide for 1.5-2 hour GROUP meeting.
Welcome and Opening Prayer. (5 minutes)
Read the passage aloud. (5 minutes)
Guide the group through the questions. (30-60 minutes)
Take time to share prayer requests and pray for each other. (15-30 minutes)
TEACHING RECAP
Summary: In order to live well, we need to see and understand how the world actually works. In this captivating, multi-layered, surprise-ending story, Jesus demonstrates his compassion and reveals why it’s so important to see him for who he really is.
Main Points:
Jesus shoots down a question and performs a compassionate miracle to get his point across.
The miracle sparks numerous reactions that reveal the hearts of the onlookers.
The story ends with a surprise: the blind man can see and those who see are blind.
The key to healthy spiritual vision is to recognize Jesus for who he really is—the Light of the World.
On-Ramps:
How do you know if the things you know are true?
How do you respond when you hear stories of God’s kindness?
How willing are you to completely surrender your life to Jesus Christ?
Discussion
What stands out to you from this passage? How does this passage most challenge or encourage you?
In today’s passage, the Pharisees are confronted with the miraculous healing of this man who was born blind. What are the ways that they chose to respond to this?
The Pharisees brought the man before them two times. How did the man respond? Why do you think this infuriated the religious leaders so much?
Jesus is alive and still doing miracles today through His Spirit. How does our current society react when faced with Jesus’ miraculous works? Why do you think they react this way?
Who do you identify the most with in this story and why? Who do you think had the response that we should emulate?
What do you think is the biggest barrier in your own heart to rejoicing in the miraculous works of Jesus?
How do you want to respond to this passage in your daily life?
PRAYER
How can we pray for you as a group?
Next week: John 10:1-21
