Profoundly Impaired - March 30, 2025

2025-03-30

Welcome to today's sermon podcast, where we delve into a transformative message inspired by the Apostle Paul's words in Ephesians 6:19. As we gather for Family Sunday, we explore the role of children in the church and the significance of the 'Three Wise Monkeys.' Through a unique storytelling approach, we learn the powerful proverb: 'See No Evil, Hear No Evil, Speak No Evil.' As the sermon unfolds, we dive into the profound healing story from the book of John, Chapter 9, where Jesus heals a man blind from birth. Discover the...

As the sermon unfolds, we dive into the profound healing story from the book of John, Chapter 9, where Jesus heals a man blind from birth. Discover the symbolic meanings of spiritual sight and the importance of obedience in faith. This episode challenges us to address our spiritual blindness and to courageously share God's truth, encouraging us to open our eyes, ears, and mouths to His work in our lives.

This heartfelt sermon serves as an invitation to embrace a deeper understanding of God's plan through active engagement with His teachings and a loving community. Join us in this inspiring journey towards spiritual clarity and transformation.

With Pastor Mike Curry

Profoundly Impaired
John 9:1-41
Introduction: “See no evil; Hear no evil; Speak no evil”
Main Idea Jesus heals physical and spiritual blindness, revealing the profound impairment of those who refuse to see, hear, and speak the truth.
A. Profound Healing
1. Jesus as the Light of the World (John 9:5)
2. The Miracle – Spit, Mud, and a Pool (John 9:6-7)
3. Result: The blind man "came home seeing." (John 9:7)
B. Profound Reactions
1. Mixed Reactions (John 9:8-12)
2. Investigation (John 9:13-34)
3. Pharisees' Profound Impairment (John 9:39-41)
o Refusal to acknowledge their own blindness and sin.
C. Profound Impairment- The Nature of the Pharisees
1. Blindness (John 9:39-41)
o The Pharisees refuse to see the truth and prioritize their position
over it.
2. Deafness (John 9:15, 26-27)
o They ignore the testimony of the blind man and are unmoved by
his transformation.
3. Mutism (John 9:27b-28)
o They refuse to confess Jesus as the Messiah and cling to their
legalistic traditions.
Personal Reflection and Application
 Are you blind, deaf, or mute to God's work and voice?
 Open your eyes, ears, and mouths to His truth and conviction.