John 9 tells of Jesus healing a man born blind. The disciples assume sin caused his condition, but Jesus explains it is for God’s works to be displayed. After being healed, the man testifies before the Pharisees, who refuse to believe Jesus is from God. Despite rejection, the man believes and worships Jesus. Jesus declares his mission: to bring judgment, opening the eyes of the blind and exposing the blindness of those who think they see.

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