Introduction
In John 9:1-10, we encounter a man born blind, sitting by the roadside as Jesus and His disciples pass by. What looks like a tragedy to many becomes the stage for one of the greatest revelations of God’s power and mercy. This passage reminds us that our pain, struggles, and setbacks are not always a result of punishments, but opportunities for God’s glory to be displayed in our lives.

1. The Question of Blame (v. 1-2)
The disciples asked Jesus, “Rabbi, who sinned, this man or his parents, that he was born blind?” Their question reflects how people often seek to assign blame for suffering. We sometimes ask: “Why me? Why this? Why now?” But Jesus shifts the perspective. Suffering is not always a punishment—it can be the canvas on which God paints His glory.

Application: Stop blaming yourself, others, or your past for every hardship. Instead, ask God, “Lord, how do You want to use this situation to reveal Your power in me?”

2. The Purpose of Suffering (v. 3-5)
Jesus answered, “Neither this man nor his parents sinned, but this happened so that the works of God might be displayed in him.” This man’s blindness was not an accident, but an assignment. His condition became a testimony. Jesus then declares, “As long as I am in the world, I am the light of the world.” The miracle about to take place wasn’t just about physical healing, but about shining spiritual light into darkness.

Application: What you are going through now could be God’s setup for a breakthrough. Don’t despise your trials—they may be the very thing God uses to reveal His glory to others.

3. The Method of Healing (v. 6-7)
Jesus spits on the ground, makes clay, anoints the man’s eyes, and tells him to wash in the pool of Siloam. The man obeys, and he returns seeing. Notice: the healing required both divine action and human obedience. Jesus gave the command, but the man had to take the step of faith.

Application: Sometimes God’s instructions may seem strange or uncomfortable, but obedience is the key to breakthrough. The miracle is often on the other side of your faith step.

4. The Testimony of Transformation (v. 8-10)
The neighbors were astonished and questioned if this was the same man who had been blind. The miracle was undeniable. Where there was once darkness, now there was sight. His healing became his testimony.

Application: When God works in your life, people will notice the change. You won’t need to defend yourself—your transformation will speak for itself.

Conclusion
John 9:1-10 teaches us that our trials are not wasted; they are opportunities for God to display His power. The man born blind shows us that no situation is beyond God’s reach. Where others saw punishment, Jesus saw purpose. Where others saw a beggar, Jesus saw a believer.

Call to Action:

• Stop asking “Why?” and start asking “What for?”
• Trust that God has a greater purpose for your pain.
• Step out in faith and obey His instructions, even when they don’t make sense.
• Share your testimony, because your story might open someone else’s eyes to the light of Christ.

Closing Thought:
When Jesus passes by, He changes everything. Just as He gave sight to the blind man, He can bring light to the darkest parts of your life today. Will you trust Him to turn your trial into a testimony?