In what way are you most like a preschooler?

What other person are you the most dependent on? Why?

Read John 9:1-3 and Matthew 5:3

How do Jesus’ words here help you understand suffering or comfort you in the midst of it?

How has pain been purposeful in your life? Can you say you are actually thankful for it or blessed by it?

Deep Dive: The following three questions cover passages not covered in Sunday’s message.

Read John 9:13-34

v. 13-17 // Why do the Jewish leaders refuse to believe that Jesus was the one to heal the blind man?

v. 18-23 // The blind man’s parents were afraid of the Jewish leaders. Have you ever had a moment where you were unable to testify to what Jesus has done for you?

v. 24-34 // The blind man is ultimately thrown out of the synagogue because of his testimony about Jesus. Have you experienced rejection because of Jesus?

Read John 9:35-39 & 2 Corinthians 12:9-10

What can we learn from the blind man’s example and how can we be more like him?

In what area of your life do you want to rely more on God’s strength and power, rather than your own?