“How then were your eyes opened?” they demanded.” (John 9:10)
I love this story of Jesus healing the blind man because there are so many facets to it. Every time I read about this man, who was born blind, I come away with another inspiration to keep trusting God. Today, I had to stop and think about the question asked by the blind man’s neighbors. These were people who knew that he had been born without sight.
His transformation was obvious to all who knew him. Were they amazed, scared, challenged, or hopeful that some of their own issues could also be transformed? Or were they afraid, doubtful, skeptical, and envious of such a difference in the man. How did they feel about a man who was once pitied, but now could become an equal? Would the new sight provide him with the opportunity to replace them? These are just a few of the questions that come to my mind.
No matter how often I meditate on this particular story, I always end up back at the same point. I rejoice in the fact that Jesus frees us from our spiritual blindness. I can’t begin to count the times that I have struggled, only to find the inspiration and the strength to carry on as I draw nearer to God. It is His goodness and mercy that lifts me and helps me to find His hand at work in my life every day.
Have a great day, and don't forget to count your blessings!!
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