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When The Seeing Go Blind This message centers on John 8–9 and the difference between true spiritual sight and religious blindness. The man born blind knew he could not see, and that awareness positioned him to receive what only Jesus could give. The Pharisees, however, were convinced they already saw clearly. Because they believed they had life, truth, and God figured out apart from Jesus, they rejected the very Light standing in front of them. Jesus' healing of the blind man becomes a living picture of salvation. The man begins with limited understanding—"a Man called Jesus"—but as he responds to the light he has been given, his understanding grows until he confesses Christ and worships Him. Meanwhile, the Pharisees move in the opposite direction. They investigate the miracle, question the witnesses, reject the evidence, and become increasingly hardened. The one who admitted his blindness received sight; the ones who claimed to see remained blind. The teaching also emphasizes Jesus as the One sent by the Father. Throughout John, Jesus repeatedly speaks of being sent with divine authority and a divine assignment. He does not work independently; He works the works of the Father who sent Him. That truth carries over to believers: Jesus continues His witness through His people, and we are called to work while it is day, faithfully carrying out what God has entrusted to us. Another major theme is the danger of believing in a Jesus of our own interpretation rather than receiving Jesus as He actually reveals Himself. In John 8, some initially "believed" Jesus, yet soon resisted His Word and ultimately wanted to kill Him. Their problem was that they accepted what they though

[Bible Survey-165] Jeremiah: Distinctions of the New Covenant - Jer. 31:31-34 by Dr. John Brumett Date of Service: Aug 09 2026

Elder Rick Trice will continue the study on, "How are we to live within the local church?" A few months ago, he guided this discussion showing us the importance of fellowship, expositional listening, understanding biblical theology, and sharing the gospel. For the month of August, elder Rick will show us more answers to this question by teaching us the importance of understanding the gospel, growing in the grace and knowledge of God, and learning to lead a life of humility. See you then!