"When Jesus Opens Our Eyes" (John 9:18–41)

In this sermon, Pastor Jonny Ardavanis takes us through the remarkable story in John 9 of a man born blind whose encounter with Jesus completely transformed his life. More than just a physical healing, this narrative reveals the spiritual journey from darkness to light that every believer experiences.

The sermon explores how Jesus, even while escaping danger, stops to heal this blind man with a simple mixture of mud and saliva—a healing that would spark controversy, interrogation, and ultimately lead to the man's exclusion from his religious community. Through this story, we witness the stark contrast between religious leaders blinded by tradition and a formerly blind man who can now see spiritual truth with crystal clarity.

Pastor Jonny breaks down this passage into four powerful themes: Interrogation, Conviction, Adoration, and Condemnation. We see how the healed man, despite facing intense questioning and rejection, stands firm in his simple yet profound testimony: "I was blind, now I see."

The message challenges us to examine our own hearts—are we like the self-righteous Pharisees who claim to see but remain spiritually blind? Or are we willing to acknowledge our spiritual poverty and need for Jesus? This sermon reminds us that true transformation always leads to worship and that Jesus still seeks those rejected by the world to bring them into His fold.

Whether you're questioning your faith, facing opposition for following Christ, or simply need to be reminded of God's transforming power, this message will encourage you that Jesus still changes lives today.