The power to see and witness
Mt 9:27-34
Objective:
We must continue to marvel at Jesus Christ’ power over our incapable human nature, so that submitting to Him we can live in the greatest miracle, which is seeing Jesus through His word and give testimony of His power through obedience.
v. 27 The cry out of the blind
What were the blind men seeking to receive from Jesus? ______
What was the title they used to call Jesus? ______
Read Mt 22:41-45. What did the Pharisees think of Jesus? ______
And what did Jesus say about who the Christ was? ______
v. 28 Jesus’ question and the confession of the blind
What was the question Jesus asked the blind men?
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What was their response? ______
v. 29 - 30a The miracle according to the faith of the blind
What statement did Jesus make to fulfill this miracle? ______
v. 30b The test that proves the faith that saves
What was the warning Jesus gave them? ______
v. 31 Disobedience of the former blind
What did they do with Jesus’ warning? ______
According to 1 Sam. 15:22, what is the Lord pleased with? ______
We cannot claim we give glory to Jesus Christ if we are in disobedience to His will, even if we speak of his fame throughout the land.
v. 32 -33a. The demon prevents the ability to speak
What was the first thing that Jesus did to restore the mute’s speech? ______
Jesus shows once again His power over all human disabilities by opening the eyes of the blind. He continues to show His credentials that He is the Messiah. Mt 11:2-6. Isaiah 35:4-6.
v. 33b -34 The two reactions towards Jesus Christ’s power
What was the reaction of the people towards Jesus’ miracles? ______
What was the blasphemes argument the Pharisees used to oppose Jesus? ______
In Jesus, there is life and this spiritual life brings light to our understanding which opens our eyes to the truth, and fills our mouths full of praise. We offer daily to God our natural inability to obey and live in His supernatural power of the Holy Spirit that nurtures and strengthens us through His Word.