John 9: John 9 contains a story of yet another healing from the hand of Jesus, in what becomes an incredibly similar story to the healed paralytic from John 5. Both stories share a similar setting, and a similar reaction from the Pharisees. We will see the Pharisees be confronted with Jesus ' authority to heal. This chapter contains a discussion regarding blindness, both in the actual, physical sense, as well as the condition on the part of those who are supposed to be directing society in God’s word. By the end of this chapter, Jesus will both heal a blind man, and label the Pharisees as the ones who are actually blind.
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The catalyst for Jesus ' healing, in this case, is as a teaching moment for the disciples. They proffer a
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While Jesus ' sheep recognize his voice (10:27), this group of Judeans certainly does not. Their decision to stone Jesus, in this case, is murder. It brings back to mind their same desire to stone the woman in John 8, but with the cause being one of a theological disagreement (that Jesus could be one with the Father). Once again, Jesus shows himself to not be afraid of proclaiming his relationship with the Father. Jesus is publically declaring himself to be a shepherd, in the temple of Solomon. He is no longer simply explaining a parable to his disciples, rather he is placing himself on the plane of one of the great leaders in Israel. After their rejection of Jesus, he once again escapes. He chooses to spend time with John the Baptist’s disciples, clearly making himself distinct from anyone who thought he might have been a shepherd like …show more content…
In the Synoptic accounts, Jesus has an inner circle of Peter, James, and John. These three disciples often accompany him during more intimate moments of healing and resurrection, and are often major characters in his lessons to the disciples. John seems to highlight the stories of Philip, Nathanial, and Thomas more so than the other three. That being said, these three siblings from Bethany seem to almost replace Peter, James, and John from the Synoptics. While those other gospel accounts focus on those who walked with Jesus, John places an emphasis on those whom he visits (describing them as his closest friends). This makes sense when we consider that the Johannine community would have been writing this account in AD 90 – they themselves were not able to walk with Jesus. Their decision to remove emphasis on the more popular disciples is intentional; it makes the story more relevant for their own
the people was poor, disinherited, and dispossessed. It also describes Jesus as having his back
...itten in, and can also be seen because there is no mention anywhere of the parables, Jesus' primary teaching method according to the synoptic gospels. Instead, John makes use of miracles and uses examples from Jesus' ministry to demonstrate his power and divinity. He uses his power over nature to raise people from the dead, heal a blind man and feed 5000 people with the physical amount of food for only a few.
Mary watched her child as Jesus traveled the country , and taught others about Christ. She had a sense of discernment that authorities and others were intimidating by his teachings. The Jewish authorities were in a difficult situation. They were trying to maintain a balance to the stable nature in their community , but saw Jesus as a threat. The situation grew worse overtime , and led the community to prosecute Jesus in the city of Jerusalem. He was taken into custory , presented a trial , and nailed to the cross.
Our passage comes at the end of John’s gospel and contains the breathing of the Holy Spirit upon the disciples and Thomas’s famous moment of doubt. We can consider the “about-ness” of the text to include both the narration of the resurrected Christ breathing the Holy Spirit on the disciples and the struggle that Thomas had to believe that Jesus was raised from the dead. This focus is
...like to be isolated; because of this he responds to the victim with grace, peace, and mercy. Finally, healing takes place because of a new identity found in Christ. Christ removes the identity of “victim” to an identity of a child of the living God which is only offered through the redemptive sacrifice of Jesus Christ.
The New Testament is primarily about Jesus’ ministries and teachings. As Jesus traveled from country to country during his last three years on earth, He performed many miracles and healings of sick, lame, and demon-possessed people. As a student, I can relate to this tremendously, since I am studying pre-physical therapy. "A physical therapist can help injured or ill people improve their movement and manage their pain. These therapists are often an important part of rehabilitation and treatment of patients with chronic conditions or injuries (Occupational Outlook Handbook-Physical Therapists, 2014)." Similarly to Jesus, I can help people and maybe even help heal their injuries as a physical therapist. However, Jesus is the ultimate healer that can work through me to make this possible.
... and put this on his head. They mocked him by bowing down to him chanting, Hail, King of the Jews (New J Bib, 1181). He was then led off to be crucified. Above his head they placed the charge against him, which read, This is Jesus, the King of the Jews (New J Bib, 1181). At that point in time, rebels were crucified and this was a standard method. Ultimately, the Romans considered Jesus as a rebel following from his actions and crucified him as a method of punishment (Prof. Trum).
3. Undoubtedly, Jesus’ life teachings were extraordinary people were amazed of his knowledge and wisdom of the Scripture. However, his teaching do not only feed the human knowledge but they transform the lives of those who listen with a humble heart. This was one of the miracles that brought the resurrection of Christ the life changing of Jesus’s disciples. (5721, Groothuis) Kindle
The Bible as a whole is all about Jesus. For those who believe in Him, he is the pivotal character in all of scripture. While the Bible contains much about Jesus, John 17-21 highlights the climax of all scripture, which is his death, burial, resurrection and an opportunity for people to know the truth (John 18:37, NIV). This is why it is important to study this particular passage. For my essay I will give an indication of the settings, and indication of the main conflicts driving the plot and the extent to which those conflicts are resolved, observations on how Jesus is portrayed and the role of the other characters in providing a context for Jesus’ interactions with others, a statement on how this passage
...ctions. Peter answered with the Spirit. The power by which the crippled man was healed was that of Jesus of Nazareth. Not only that, but Peter accused the Sanhedrin of responsibility for rejecting and killing Christ. He also noted God’s power in raising Jesus from the dead. Peter’s speech to the Sanhedrin summarizes his other two sermons. Although they were unable to deny the apostolic miracle, the Sanhedrin felt compelled to stop the apostolic preaching. Before the power of God that transformed unschooled, ordinary men into powerful proclaim of the gospel, the Sanhedrin was unable to punish the apostles. This chapter ends with a report of the church’s prayer in gratitude for God’s deliverance of the apostles from the Jewish authorities.
“In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to the Father in heaven” (Matthew 5:14). Jesus reiterates that the people of God should strive to bring glory through their actions to God so that their light shines and all the nations can be blessed. We see in Matthew that Jesus preforms many miracles, and is able to bless many people through them. “And in his name the Gentiles will hope” (Matthew 12:21). This verse, along with the ones before it, from the prophet Isaiah, explain why Jesus healed the crippled man; Jesus’s miracle will bring hope to the Gentiles. This hope to the Gentiles brings God to all nations, as part of the global restoration
To be spiritually blind is to not see Christ, and not to see Christ is not to see God. Those who reject Christ are lost, but those who are blind to Christ are perished. The figure of blindness is a favorite device of Isaiah, who repeatedly announces to rebellious Israel that God has afflicted them and their apostate prophets, priests, and rules with blindness. Spiritual blindness refers in some instances to the inability of unbelievers to comprehend spiritual truth, specifically failure to recognize the true identity of the incarnate Word, Jesus Christ. It is vital, therefore, to conduct all Christian witness in dependence on the Holy Spirit, who works to counteract the cataracts of Satan and to reveal the truth of God.
John MacArthur states in his commentary “The most beautiful and graphic explanation of regeneration is in Jesus’ encounter with Nicodemus, a devout and highly respected Pharisee and teacher.” (chapter 5, section 2, para. 6) MacArthur goes on to say that “The leader only made a statement about Jesus and did not say anything about himself or ask the Lord a question. But the Lord knew what was re...
Jesus’ healing ministry constructed a profound theological statement to Israel, similar to his selection of the twelve apostles and his eating with sinners. God’s promise one day to establish his kingdom and renew his people visible and available in preview to any who witnessed his deeds of the teacher from Nazareth.
“Although 1 John had its origins during a period of false teaching, the author’s main purpose is not to confront heresy, but to reassure those who remain that they do indeed know the truth about Jesus, and consequently do have eternal life.” 1 John was written to reassure believers to keep the faith and continue to hold the values that they have, through a time when a schism was taking place within the church. The believers were living in a confusing time and according to Thompson “The turmoil within their congregation undoubtedly caused many to question their own faith and practice, and to wonder whether they were also guilty of or prone to the failings of the departed dissidents.”