Pleasing God, Making Disciples of Jesus Christ

Character Studies From John 9

1. The Disciples: Dangers of Assumptions (John 9:1-3)

Wrong spiritual judgments based on observing external circumstances

Chastisement and correction received from the Lord Jesus Christ

2. The Parents: Dangers of Fearing People (John 9:18-21)

Compromise of truth

Strained relationships with loved ones

Silent witness for Jesus

3. The Pharisees: Dangers of Christ-less Religiosity (John 9:16, 28, 34)

Division among believers

Defensiveness of one’s position

Hostility toward believers

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4. The Blind Man: A Life Changed By Jesus Christ

a. Personal Need Met by Jesus Christ: John 9:6-7, Acts 22:6-10, Acts 26:12-19, Mark 1:14-15

b. Personal Conviction displayed about Jesus Christ: John 9:10-12, John 9:24-28

c. Personal Fellowship offered with Jesus Christ: John 9:35-38, Rev. 4, Rev. 5