I believe in Jesus with every cell He created in me. I know He’s the only hope for those who are adrift from His love and truth. And yet, when it’s time to share the gospel, sometimes my palms start to sweat.
What if I create more confusion than clarity?
What if I get snagged on questions about the finer points of the gospel message?
What then?
Tucked here in John 9, we find a remarkable story about hope, healing, and the beautiful simplicity of the gospel. At the center of the story is a man born blind. Surely, every time he glanced toward something his eyes could not see, he was reminded of his brokenness and need for a healer.
When we come face to face with our inability to be holy as God is holy or to “fix” ourselves, we realize our need for a savior. We try to go a day without sinning and fail before our feet hit the floor, once again realizing just how broken we are.
Then the God who healed this man’s eyes lifts ours.
After his miraculous healing, the man was pressed by the religious establishment about his encounter with Jesus. He didn’t debate the points of the law or drop a truth bomb, leaving the room in stunned silence. He simply told his story. Pay attention. It sounds like the chorus of one of the Church’s sweetest anthems.
He answered, “Whether or not he’s a sinner, I don’t know. One thing I do know: I was blind, and now I can see!” (John 9:25).
This man didn’t have Jesus all figured out. He couldn’t explain a God willing to break tradition on the Sabbath He created. He couldn’t reconcile the Pharisees’ perception of God with the reality of his encounter with Jesus, but he did know one thing: “I was blind, and now I can see.” He was preaching the gospel.
Whatever else the gospel is, it most certainly is this: “I am a great sinner, and Christ is a great Savior.”
The Pharisees simply could not stand against the undeniable testimony of the man who had been healed. So radical was his transformation that his friends and neighbors declared him a changed man.
Friends, the gospel is not a treasure to be hoarded. The call on each of our lives is to shout it from every rooftop and whisper it in every coffee shop, declaring it to every fellow sinner (Matthew 28:18–20).
When we simply put the story of God’s grace in our own lives on display, we declare, “I was blind. But because of Jesus, now I see.” This is our anthem of hope, and it’s hard to deny hope. We don’t need all the answers; our explanations won’t always woo others to Jesus. But the aroma of Christ Jesus in us will. It’s His healing presence in our own lives that draws the lost and the blind to the One who brings healing.
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Flash back to the prior study of John—
Dorothy: “miracles don’t happen everyday but when they do we need to acknowledge them and where they come from.”
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Once I was blind but now see!
I can relate to Erin’s thoughts so much in that I don’t know the answers. I am not deeply theological, or well versed in the intricacies of scripture. When I am challenged on such things, I freeze or get a bit panicky. I am not a debater at all, but I do know Jesus. Even though we are at a time in place where we really better know our theolgy and need to stand firm I have to trust and pray that the Truth and love of my Savior shines through, that His grace is there even though I dont always have the answers or the”right” words. That doesn’t give me license to be complacent in my understanding, yes, I do have to seek to learn more- thats on me but also as we read the words of the blind man in John 9:38 “I believe, Lord!” he said, and he worshiped him.”, my life and my worship needs to reflect my belief and be loud and clear.
From the devotional:
“We don’t need all the answers; our explanations won’t always woo others to Jesus. But the aroma of Christ Jesus in us will…… It’s His healing presence in our own lives that draws the lost and the blind to the One who brings healing.” Erin’s words really resonate with me.
Lord, you are King of Kings and Lord of Lords. You reign above all. No matter what, may you be be magnified in my life, your Truth, your power and your grace be seen in me. May my life and my worship bring honor and glory to you. Amen
Beautiful prayer!
Praying along with you. ❤️
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The blind man kind of mimics Jesus’ frustration from our reading yesterday. He continues to tell them the truth and they refuse to accept what is true. The blind man didn’t have it all figured out. He says “whether or not he’s a sinner, I don’t know. One thing I do know: I was blind but now I can see”
I was blind but because of Jesus I can see. Jesus is the light of this world and now we can see ( if WE choose too). I love how she points out that the blind man saw his adversity everytime he tried to see and Jesus saved him. Similarly when we see our adversity we need a savior and our one true savior is Jesus Christ. I once was blind but now I can see. Amen
My son is an emt and explained the lungs cancer. May take a lung. I know this. My husband is clueless . Biopsy is next week. We’ll no more.
Hello shes. Today I noticed so clearly the accusations the Pharisees aiming at the Healer and the one being healed (the one whose God’s glory and mercy has touched). Accusation number 1: “So for the second time they called the man who had been blind and said to him, Give glory to God. We know that this man is a sinner” John 9:24. Accusation number 2: to the man who was oppressed with blindness and now could see, they didn’t congratulate or celebrate with him, but instead, “You were born in utter sin, and would you teach us?” And they cast him out. Geez. Revelation 12:10 (ESV) says “For the accuser of our brothers has been thrown down, who accuses them day and night before our God”, this is satan. The accuser of the brethren reveals Satan’s role and attitude: he points fingers instead of offering grace, condemns instead of restores, focuses on others’ sins instead of his own. The Pharisees here also embody the spirit of accusation. They labeled Jesus a sinner. They labeled the healed man sinful from birth, even though Jesus said (John 9:3) “Neither this man nor his parents sinned, but that the works of God should be revealed in him”. How do we recognize the modern day Pharisee spirit to keep guard? Some signs: They magnify others’ sins but excuse their own (“Why do you look at the speck in your brother’s eye but not the log in your own?” Matthew 7:3–5), they quote Scripture without compassion (“Now in the Law, Moses commanded us to stone such women, so what do you say?” John 8:5-6), they stand apart from sinners instead of helping them (“God, I thank You that I am not like other men…”Luke 18:11), they reject anyone whom God uses in unexpected ways (they cast out the healed man- John 9:34), they can’t rejoice when others are restored (the blind man was cast out, the elder brother resented the prodigal’s home welcome- Luke 15:28–30). Jesus has warned his disciples (not unbelievers) about the Pharisees, “Be careful,” Jesus said to them, “Be on your guard against the yeast of the Pharisees and Sadducees” Matthew 16:6. Yeast is small, I made pizza dough often with yeast lol, once yeast is kneaded into dough, with time to proof, it will spread everywhere. Galatians 5:9 “A little leaven leavens the whole lump”, it will change the dough. It will change our heart. It will replace love and grace with pride, legalism, self righteousness, judgmental criticism, hypocrisy, refusing to be corrected (“I told you already, you would not listen” John 9:26 , “you were born in utter sin, and you teach us?”). Very dangerous! Be on guard. Be careful who we come into contact with. For “God resists the proud but gives grace to the humble”- James 4:6. May we keep a soft heart, admit when we are wrong, be coachable, teachable, moldable, for the Lord disciplines the one He loves, and He chastises every son He receives (Hebrews 12:6). Pharisees never confessed, they justified themselves. May we focus on the inner fruit, the fellowship in the secret place with God, not outer image. “For I tell you that unless your righteousness exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees, you will NEVER enter the kingdom of heaven” -Matthew 5:20. May we separate religion from the true righteousness through Christ. Be blessed dear sisters.
Outstanding, Mercy! Great Scripture shares! ❤
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Indeed!! Amen!
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It’s not the heart. 5o/5o chance of cancer but treatable. Draining fluids today and biopsy next week. This is better news
Oh, Sandi, bless your hearts. Praying for accurate reports from each test and wisdom in choosing treatment options. ❤
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When the healed man was questioned and rejected, Jesus came looking for him again. That’s the heart of God — He finds us after the miracle, too. He meets us in the aftermath, when faith costs us something, and invites us into deeper vision.
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I love this. He followed up with us, he would not leave us hanging. What a gracious God.
Asking prayer for my husband, Jeff. For those who do not know he’s a full-time pastor, we’ve been in ministry at our church for 32 years.
Later this afternoon, he is meeting with a young couple that are at church members, they have been missing from our worship service for weeks.
One of the weeks that we were away, the woman who prints our bulletins put in a quote, it was a good quote and what it stated it was true. The problem is this couple took offense because they do not like the person who said the quote, so they just stopped coming to church. It seems so spiritually childish . Jeff and I both believe they are coming to say they’re leaving the church, which this is not a biblical reason for leaving a church.
It is just one more hit after many that we’ve had these past years. It’s very discouraging. Yesterday Jeff shared that he was very discouraged, that he is so so sad everyday.
Please pray for him that he would have the right words to say to this couple and to challenge them spiritually. This circumstance could be an opportunity for growth if they would let it, but we have a feeling they will not, and their minds are made up. We know that God has a purpose and a plan, but knowing that truth, still does not make it easier or change how we are feeling.
Thank you my prayer warrior sisters. ❤️
Prayed for you both and the ones mentioned.
I saw this on the FB page, and am praying for Jeff, you, the couple and your church.
Praying for all involved. Sadly fleeing seems to be the answer rather than being held accountable.
I understand more than you know! I may message you on FB. Praying for open hearts and minds, the right words for Jeff, too, and for you as you are his sounding board. Maybe God is doing this winnowing so Jeff will be in position for a different ministry. I probably shouldn’t say that! Hugs, sister!
Praying for wisdom and discerning, and reconciliation. I pray that you seek God’s will even though oftentimes it could be the hardest path. Rejection wounds can run deep in ministry, where one’s calling and identity are tied to relationships. I can’t imagine that must have hurt, how you have poured into people and it is painful when they walk away. God might use this to reveals unhealed places in you and your husband, which can cloud your vision, perhaps that can turn the loss of members into a blow of self worth. Even Jesus experienced rejection (“He came to His own, and His own did not receive Him”). It is not easy. Praying for healing of hearts, abundance of mercy and grace. Lord help and heal our precious sister and her husband in this time.
Great insights as usual Mercy. Praying Sharon:)
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This would be such a difficult aspect of ministry :(. Have prayed❤️
The gospel is simple. Know that God is our creator and He loved us so much He gave His one and only Son, Jesus, as our Savior of the world and whoever believes in Him has eternal life forever! We need to live as Jesus. People and man made religion make all complicated. Read your Bible and live your life as Jesus commands. He only wants our heart and a relationship with Him. We will follow and obey as we learn more about Him and spend time with Him. Great study this morning. Let others see Jesus through your daily life. ❤️
Dear sisters, I’m one of the rare commenters but come to you today asking for prayer for my son Brett. He is in the hospital detoxing. The drinking finally was too much for his body to handle. I’m trying to look at this as a blessing from God, that may now he will finally be able to admit he is an alcoholic. I think it has been very scary for him. He is also an unbeliever but I fully trust the Jesus will open his heart to return to Him. So thank you for lifting Brett up to the only one that can help him.
PS. I do read and pray for everyone daily!
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Rebecca I am so sorry to hear that your son is struggling with alcohol. But praise God – he is getting helped! I will be praying for Brett. ❤️
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Praying for Brett, and for you
Hope Jeff is doing better.
Hope he is doing better
Praying dear mama.
I am so sorry Rebecca (and yes, I remember you!) that must be hard to see him this way, but yes, praying it will be a turning point for him! It still may be a long road, but hopefully he will need/want his mom more! And God!
Praying that this is the start of a new beginning.
Praying for comfort as you support your son through this & that this experience would lead him into relationship with our Heavenly Father!!
Praying for him and for you. My dad was a recovered alcoholic. It’s a hard road, and prayers for one successful day after another!
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Praying for Brett !
Revelation I had with this because I always wondered why Jesus spit and made mud to put on the blind man’s eyes – God formed adam from the clay of the earth to make new life! So Jesus repeated a similar process to further prove He is God and He was there when Adam was created. There’s more to it than that even with the direction of bathing in the water and then fully seeing – but that was really cool to see right away! Anyone else have revelations from this today?
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I think it may have been similar to a process that physicians of that time used to apply eye salves. I also recall a pastor saying in a sermon that Jesus used his own DNA to heal this man. Even if they didn’t understand DNA at the time, it’s an amazing thought.
“I was blind but now I see.” No big words that one can not understand, no deep theology lesson, just these simple words that tell it all.
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A believing friend who had close family members that are Jehovah’s witness once said to me concerning her witness to them – “they might argue the gospel or the scriptures with me, but they can’t argue a changed life.” …so true, just as we read today!
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This is a reminder to me that I don’t need to sweat over how to properly give the gospel, wondering what words to use, I simply need to share my testimony of how God changed my life – from night to day!
A changed life is a powerful life & testimony!
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Open the eyes of my heart Lord and, help me to boldly proclaim the miracle you have done in my life when you saved me and set me free. Help me to share the simple but powerful truth of who You are and what you have done. In Jesus name.
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The first song that came to my mind was Open the Eyes of My Heart Lord, the same Tina shared.
The second that came to mind was this older hymn, Open My Eyes That I May See…
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Open my eyes, that I may see
glimpses of truth Thou hast for me;
place in my hands the wonderful key,
that shall unclasp and set me free.
Silently now I wait for Thee,
ready, my God, Thy will to see;
open my eyes, illumine me,
Spirit divine!
Open my ears, that I may hear
voices of truth Thou sendest clear;
and while the wave-notes fall on my ear, ev’rything false will disappear.
Silently now I wait for Thee,
ready, my God, Thy will to see;
open my ears, illumine me,
Spirit divine!
Open my mouth, and let me bear
gladly the warm truth ev’rywhere;
Open my heart, and let me prepare
love with Thy children thus to share.
Silently now I wait for Thee,
ready, my God, Thy will to see;
open my mouth, illumine me,
Spirit divine!
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Blessings to each of you today. ❤️
I love both songs! ❤ And you’re right; it doesn’t take much! After Bible study at a local church this morning, I made a quick stop at the grocery store. Before leaving, I asked the lady that checked me out if there was something I could pray for her. She immediately smiled and said than you…just pray. Her face just lit up! My heart is full.
Oh I love that second hymn! I had totally forgotten that one (in my Hymns playlist on YouTube!).
What you said above, it makes me think of Mary Magdalena, I was one way, and then another, and the difference was him!
We all fall short, we are all a work in progress, no matter where on our journeys with the Lord we find ourselves. The self righteousness in this story is so evident, the pride, the callousness. “You were born ENTIRELY in sin.” When Jesus said neither this man nor his parents sinned. May we all remember what JESUS says about us, HIS truth, His character.
I loved the realness of the back and forth of this story that hasn’t stuck out to me before. The parents saying he is of age. The man saying I don’t know if he is a sinner or not but I know one thing I was blind but now I see. Why do you want to hear it again, you don’t want to become his disciples too, do you? They didn’t back down to the Pharisees. They just spoke their truth. When we keep the main thing the main thing… the gospel… love.. that we all fall short.. that we all are great sinners in need of a great Savior… people SEE the gospel in us. Is the work Jesus has done in us evident to those around us? Lord I pray that I daily throw off Kristy and let you do the work in me, so people can clearly see YOU and not me.
Searching The physically blind are well aware, the spiritually blind do not see the wrongness of their beliefs. Wow! I’ve reread that numerous times. Lord may I be well aware of my own sin, not focusing on others. Keep my eyes open to your truth Jesus and only your truth. Make me well aware that I am blind without you!
This lesson is such a great reminder to me! I needed to be reminded to keep it simple and to continually ask God to open my eyes and search my heart! I do not want to be like the Pharisees and know the law but not see God in those around me! When you have had Christ in your life for 61 years, it is easy to become complacent! Thankful that staying in the Word stirs my heart and convicts and corrects me!
My pastor once said the worst place for a Christian to be is comfortable! We grow so much when we step forth in action to meet God to use us for his purposes! I can sure testify to this!
Its this sweet picture of childlike faith. I dont understand it all, I can’t give some smart explanation, but I do know that I was one way, and then this Jesus came, and now I’m changed. The moment of salvation.
Then comes sanctification. But NEVER the other way around. In the same way a child is born, and THEN grows, develops; their intelligence and wisdom increases, so then should ours. But it always starts with salvation and childlike faith. ❤️ And to add in a bit of hope for those we loose too early; sometimes the start is all there is time for… and that’s alright. Like the criminal on the cross, salvation is open and available to all.
Amen to the healing words written by Erin Davis in her devotional. The blind man didn’t have Jesus figured out… but he still spoke out about the mercy Jesus had on his own hopeless situation
I have always wondered about the symbol of using spit here. Also, He is using Earth, like in harmony and tandem with what God made in the beginning,
Hi Brenda, thank you for the reminder of this have heard or read this before but I can’t remember where. The dirt was mirror of creation, Jesus added himself the spit and made the blind beggar a new creation.
Happy Tuesday sweeties! Going back to work this morning and can’t wait! Missed the kiddos! What stood out to me this morning was when Erin states and I wrote it down. “Whatever else the gospel is, it most certainly is this: “I am a great sinner, and Christ is a great Savior.”
Yes! Great reminder.
Amen!
I was blind, but now I see!
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Praying that many of those blind people will also see. Keep showing them The Way, sweet sisters.
One of my favorite phrases from the entire Bible “I was blind but now I see!” Hallelujah! Thine the power, Hallelujah amen!
Such an easy truth to share as well! I once was blind, then I met Him, and now…I see!!
That statement can be a challenge though, when you grow up in church, because sometimes it is not a blind to sight in one washing. You know what you know because it was taught to you, and can simply be religion like the Pharisees. We don’t want to fall into that category! But we often argue the facts. But until we actually know the Jesus that comes to us personally and takes the mud to cleanse…what does that represent? And says…go wash.
Also, I love that it is made clear that the blindness is not from the sin of himself or his parents. There are times that our troubles and ailments can be from sin. But in this case, being born with a condition or ailment, IS to reveal the miraculous work of Jesus’ healing hands!
I like how the devotional was opened up. I thought I was kinda a pro at this point to share the gospel easily, yet just yesterday my niece was talking with me and her mother, and when it faith was brought up, she was saying she doesn’t know what to believe with so many different religions. I did say the Bible is Truth. And that you don’t want to die in indecision. Her mom, has a different faith that believes differently, although they say they are Christian, it isn’t. So, of course, it just kinda proved her point, that how do you know, when we both point to two different beliefs. It could have been a brilliant moment to throw out some great theology, or to say I was blind but now I see. But I failed. lol. I will stand on Erin’s last sentences of her devotion–
“This is our anthem of hope, and it’s hard to deny hope. We don’t need all the answers; our explanations won’t always woo others to Jesus. But the aroma of Christ Jesus in us will. It’s His healing presence in our own lives that draws the lost and the blind to the One who brings healing.”
Good morning Rhonda! LOVE this!
Rhonda I too often feel that I fail when it comes to sharing. My thought is that maybe they weren’t ready to hear the truth yet, not being the appointed time.
God is good to always give us second chances. ❤️
It seems so simple…but yet, I can’t seem to say it in the right way! I bet that would be hard, too, labeled as a pastor’s wife? You might feel like you should know the perfect thing all the time. But really, we just have to rely on the Holy Spirit to guide us, and lead us.
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On a morning when I need grace intensely, I am so thankful for this God, who comes to us exactly how we are and heals us from the inside out. May God’s grace fill us and spill out to those around us!
Praying peace and guidance for you today.
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It’s interesting because I have read the scripture before, but I don’t think I really paid attention to the words of the blind man to the fairies, and how eloquent you was and telling me his story. He didn’t try to embellish it. He simply told what happened. But what struck me this time were the pointed questions he asked the Pharisees, and how in his testimony he made the case for Jesus. May our lives be an example of Jesus alive in us.
Good morning, I love that we don’t have to know all the intricacies of God to be saved. We simply have to believe. I pray that the Holy Spirit continues to work within me to desire to seek him daily and that my actions reflect Gods love. I’m grateful for this community.
Hi Emma! You are so right, if you seek him, you will always find him. I think sometimes the less you think you know the more open you are to learn. Joining you in prayer.
I noticed for the first time today the contrast in ve.rses 3 and 34. I’m definitely going to be sitting with this for a while! Grateful to be reading with you all today ❤️
Bree, good eye! I just found this in footnotes of the NET version on the Logos app:
Or “From birth you have been evil.” The implication of this insult, in the context of John 9, is that the man whom Jesus caused to see had not previously adhered rigorously to all the conventional requirements of the OT law as interpreted by the Pharisees. Thus he had no right to instruct them about who Jesus was.
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Great illustration of how ‘the (spiritually) blind’ twist things to strengthen their stance. Thanks for mentioning those verses. ❤
Physical blindness vs spiritual blindness- the physically blind are well aware, the spiritually blind do not see the wrongness of their beliefs – praying these eyes and hearts are open. Thank you, TINA, for the perfect song, Open the Eyes of My Heart.
MARTHA HIX ❤️ praying for the dental bone grafts this morning and smooth recovery ❤️
MO – joining TINA in prayer for resolution of these tough challenges at work, praying for wisdom and guidance. ❤️
UCOBB ❤️ SO good, joining in your prayer “Father, help all of us to read your Word daily, so that we will be able to stand firm against the deception and lies of the enemy.”
MERCY ❤️ there is so much truth in your share yesterday, thank you, sister.
CINDY HANNA praying, sister, as you asked … for a listening ear to the Will and wisdom of God ❤️
GAYLE TRIM – thankful for the peace you have about your son in this uncertain situation, praying for his salvation and safety
CEE GEE – ❤️ thank you for the research on John 8:41. The language about fornication caught me off guard, but I didn’t do the research to clarify. Thankful you did!
SUNDAYSCHOOLTEACHER ❤️ joining you in prayer for healing
WENDY B ❤️ praying as you work your way through these appts and the volumes of treatment related info. Praying the Lord will sharpen your vision and understanding to make His way crystal clear. And agreeing with Kelly about spiritual breaks in the process ❤️
G ❤️ welcome back! I follow your schedule too :)
❤ Most welcome, sister! It just hit me wrong when I read it yesterday.
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Adding my amen to your prayers. Thank you for those. ❤
Thank you for your prayers!
Praying over all requests and thank you for the list!
❤️ Hugs sister, agreeing and praying along.
I haven’t commented in a long while, but I’m still here. Enjoying the John study immensely. This story really hits me today, when I think of my own two “blind” children. Our estranged daughter, who is now back with us, is so much like the blind man – sight restored supernaturally – but it has only (so far) brought her back to her family, not to God. But my heart remains hopeful that she too, like the blind man, will see that it was God Himself who changed her heart and made her see. Our son was like a Pharisee for so long. Several years ago he wanted to do SRT with me, so for awhile he got up early and we read the scripture together and the devotional. But his heart was so hard at the time that all he did was debate what was in the scripture, criticize it and even mocked it at times. It stressed me out so much and sucked the joy from my devotions. I had to tell him I didn’t want to do it anymore with him. I’m sad I couldn’t persevere with reading scripture with him, but truly, his heart was so hard there was no getting through. Years later, his heart is softer, but he still has so much doubt and debate left in him when it comes to the Bible and Jesus. My husband blames his Liberal Christian University experience for taking him down this path, but this story reminds me that this is also an opportunity for God to show His miraculous power, just like with the blind man. It is a beautiful reminder that God is surprised about nothing and holds all things together.
Good to see you, Laura! Praying for your prodigals ❤️
❤ Agree with Searching. ❤
I love to see your name and to hear your updates. Its actually good that you don’t “wait” to share the praise, the testimony is in the wait, and that you are still holding fast to the open eyes that are coming! Believing with you!
So nice to see you Laura. I too have two prodigals, I have a list of all the prodigals from my SRT sisters and pray for all regularly.
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My oldest went to a very (non-liberal) strict Christian college. It is were his “deconstructing” of his faith began. Whether they are in a liberal school or not – they have a mind of their own and make their own choices. So, don’t beat “yourselves up” because of the school he went to. In it all – God is still able to perform a “Damascus Road miracle.” …Praying for your children. ❤️
So sorry for the loss of your friend, Tina. Praying for you, his son, family and friends.
The man’s journey of faith: “the man called Jesus” became “a prophet” then the man counted himself a disciple, and finally he proffesses faith in the Son of Man and he worshiped him.
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As we turn from the things that we are blind to see more ans more of who Jesus really is.
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Praying for your requests
A reflective poem of verses that stood out to me.
It wasn’t because of sin,
not his,
not his parents’ —
but so that the work of God
could be seen in him. (v.3)
While I am in the world,
I am the light of the world. (v.5)
He told them,
“The man called Jesus
made mud,
put it on my eyes,
told me to wash—
and I went,
and I washed,
and I saw.” (v.11)
Again they asked,
“What did he do to you?”
He said,
“He put mud on my eyes.
I washed.
I see.” (v.15)
And when they accused,
when they pressed,
he answered plainly,
“I don’t know everything.
But one thing I do know:
I was blind,
and now I see.” (v.25)
When Jesus heard he’d been thrown out,
He found him. (v.35)
“Do you believe in the Son of Man?”
“Who is he, Lord,
that I may believe in him?” (v.36)
“You have seen him.
He is the one speaking with you now.” (v.37)
“I believe, Lord.”
And he worshiped Him. (v.38)
Then Jesus said,
“I came into this world for judgment,
so the blind would see,
and those who think they see
would become blind.” (v.39)
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I was blind but now I can see! Amen! I am reminded of my younger self, heart hardened towards God and anyone who tried to talk to me about him, but mostly my mom. Like the Pharisees, I was offended. Sadly, some of this was in rebelliousness to my mom – I didn’t want to admit she may be right. It wasn’t until my mom passed away about 12 years ago that I started to have any real interest in God. It was like my mother’s death allowed me to find my own faith. Little by little God drew me in and I’m so thankful that He does not waste pain. My mom’s death brought me to such a low place that my only hope was to turn to God. And like the blind man, I stopped trying to figure out the mystery of who Jesus, surrendering the need to have all the answers and making the decision believe. I am so grateful and looking back I know I would not be where I am in my faith without my mom’s passing, and for that I am grateful. Have a blessed day ladies.
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Wow! What a great picture of how our loving Father takes the pain of this world and turns it into something beautiful
Praise God for your testimony Tami! ❤️
❤️ thank you for sharing Tami. So beautiful.
Amen!
Hi my sisters!
BRIEF PRAISE REPORT:
As I popped in to say a few weeks ago, I haven’t been in the comments for several weeks but I love and feel you my SRT community! One day soon, I can write the slightly longer, more intertwined version of #1 but for now….
1) My mother, my sister and I went on a trip together to celebrate Mom’s milestone birthday…what a precious time I will never forget (part of the reason it was extra special to be revealed in longer version)
2) My atheist FIL has died but, somehow (based partially on events but mostly the Holy Spirit speaking in EACH of us individually THEN collectively) we all feel peace that he is with Jesus. I praise God that his illness was long enough that it opened his eyes more to taking eternity seriously but not so long that (knowing this particular individual) the pain would have made him curse God and resort to drastic measures.
3) My young goddaughter, who not so long ago, would have seen an old man standing in front of a giant boat surrounded by animals would have struggled to find the name ‘Noah’ in her brain….is READING the Bible, insisting her grandmother (who has no real knowledge of Christ) read her the Bible!!!!
Please, PLEASE, please pray a hedge of spiritual protection around her on EVERY side!
She slept over the other night and I was saying that, looking at all I needed to do the next day, I might need to get up at 7:00 to do some cooking before toddler wake up. She told me SHE should actually get up at 5:00 or 6:00….When I asked her why, her response was…are you ready for this ladies?!?
She quoted me Proverbs 31…”She also rises while it is yet night,
And provides food for her household….” — I almost fell off my chair; instead my eyes filled with tears. Wow, praise Jesus!!
(They are also living in a home they are comfortable with, and she’s happy at school — both of which are miraculous and the result of fervent prayer from all of you ❤️)
Please, PLEASE, please pray a hedge of spiritual protection around each them on EVERY side!– I am aware of my repetition :)
Oh, my goodness! What amazing praises. To God be the glory for all your good news.
Praying as requested.
Praising the Lord for your praise reports! ❤️
Wow! I’ve got goosebumps thinking about your goddaughter quoting Proverbs 31. I love the childlike faith that is so strong!
Wow, praise God! ❤️ He is good and His word does not fall on deaf ears.
Praying for them!
What a lot of praises to sing!
I think this warrants the ‘Every praise song!!
Wonderful news!❤️
Wow! Lots of answers to prayer! I have prayed for your FIL – praise God he finally believed, before it was to late!
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And praise God for the interest your goddaughter has in the Word, and that she is memorizing it!! Continued prayers for her spiritual protection. ❤️
Wow- amazing updates. Hugs sister. So glad to hear from you. Brought tears to my eyes what your sweet goddaughter said. She is gonna bring great glory to the Kingdom of God for many who live in darkness. God bless this young lady.
Thinking about our dear sisters here who love to pair wonderful worship songs to our daily readings – Amazing Grace how sweet the sound!! Praising the Lord for His amazing grace this morning! I once was blind but now I see – may we be quick to share this simple but transforming truth with someone today!
That’s exactly the song I was going to mention! ❤
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Erin Davies, thank you! Sending you hugs for this great and eye opening devotional (excuse the pun).❤️
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Sorry,I’m later than normal!
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I lost a friend last night. He fell down some stairs on Friday. Had a bleed on his brain. His support was turned off on Sunday. Gone!
He was cooking a steak meal on Thursday with his son, his one pride and joy..
Heartbroken is an understatement!
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I so wish this miracle would have happened for Andy, that he would have gotten out of the hospital bed to make more memories with us those that loved him, especially his son.
I so wish that his zillions of friends would not be waking up this morning to the news that he is no longer here with us but with the Lord.
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BUT GOD..
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Right?
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I am thankful as I write that I know and love my Father God with all my heart, He says..
‘… I know the plans i have for you..’
I trust that/those words/ HIM..
I don’t say I know how He works, or why things happen, but i do know my Father Gods love and heart.. He has shown me what He can do, I have seen what He has done, always for our good…. always.
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My heart is sad today, and probably still tomorrow, but in time, along with the sweet memories of my friend, I will see clearly again, clearer than ever as He opens my eyes to the miracle of His love for us, for me, for my friend… us sinners..
I will look up and see His face and smile, with gratitude for days remembered and eyes opened to see the world, His creation, as He sees it..
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It is well..
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Lord, help me not to sleepwalk through life, missing the miracles that dart through life. Let me not live on autopilot, or with my eyes closed, but be awake and pay attention to all around me, and to listen out for your voice, in the whispers and sounds i hear..
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Open the eyes of my heart Lord..
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Amen.
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My song contribution.. Open the eyes of my heart Lord.
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Open the eyes of my heart, Lord
Open the eyes of my heart
I want to see You
I want to see You
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Open the eyes of my heart, Lord
Open the eyes of my heart
I want to see You
I want to see You
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To see You high and lifted up
Shinin’ in the light of Your glory
Pour out Your power and love
As we sing holy, holy, holy..
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Happy Tuesday. This is a day the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad in it..
Love you guys..❤️
So sorry
Tina, I am so sorry for your loss, for his son, for his zillion friends.
Your coming about “not sleepwalking through life” is hitting its mark. I was just saying to my loved ones “We need a wedding ASAP!”…We are in a season when MANY we love, who helped raise us, who’s funerals would be “unmissable” are getting older BUT LATELY…in the past few weeks, three people we know in their 40s have died suddenly…of either a super quick or zero illness!!
*Lord Jesus, guard my heart and my senses. Hold onto to me even when I foolishly let go of You. Let by last breaths be lived with complete knowledge that You are mine and I am Yours forEVER *
Praying, dear Tina ❤️
So sorry for the loss of your friend, Tina. Praying God’s comfort will fall on you, Andy’s family and other friends.
I’m so sorry for your loss Tina. I’m praying and quite sure that God will use you to comfort those around you as they also grieve.
I’m so sorry for your loss. Praying for you right now. Thank you for your prayers for ME last week here in the SRT comments.
So saddened by your loss, sister, praying for comfort for all who loved Andy. ❤️
Tina, I am so sorry for your loss!! Praying for you & his son as you navigate through your grief!
Tina, I am so sorry about Andy! Thankful he had that time with his son before the accident! Praying along with our sisters for you, Andy’s son, and all who mourn his passing. May you feel peace and comfort that you know could only be from God. ❤❤❤
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Love your song contribution!
I am sorry for your loss (and Andy’s other friends and family’s loss too), sweet sister. Prayers of peace and comfort for all of you.❤️
So sorry for your loss! Praying for you and his son!
Yes that is the cry of my heart! Open the eyes of my heart!
Tina I am so sorry to hear of your friend’s unexpected death. Prayers of comfort for you and for his family. ❤️
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Once again – this same song came to my mind this morning after reading this study, and here it is! Two days in a row, the same song we thought of!
Oh Tina, I’m so sorry for the loss of your dear friend. Praying for you and Andy’s family. Sending hugs ❤️
Tina, I’m so sorry for the loss of your friend. I’m praying God wraps you, his son and other friends in His comfort and peace
Sweet Tina, my heart aches for you as you grieve the loss of your dear friend. I pray that God’s presence will fill your heart with peace and strength in the days ahead. You are not alone. May His grace hold you tenderly.❤️ with love and prayers.
yes, amen!
Update heart rate 77 no icu . Next step deal with the mass
Sandi, I am thankful heart rate is stable. I just left a reply on yesterday’s post; I somehow missed it before I read at bedtime.
Praying for peace for your heart and hopefully some rest before next steps! ❤
Thankyou
Praying Sandi for rest and peace of heart..❤️
Thankyou
❤️ praying for healing of your husband’s medical challenges, for wisdom for the medical team, for comfort and strength for you and your husband
Yes, amen.
Praying for your husband!
Continued prayers for your husband Sandi. ❤️