Now I See!
How well do you see? As my years progressed, my vision deteriorated. The natural process of aging contributes, but I expect too many hours in front of the computer is the greater culprit. But in August, eye surgery made an amazing difference in my vision–now I see much better.
A Man Born Blind
In Chapter 9 of the Gospel of John, the author writes of the healing of a blind man. Jesus and His followers encountered a man whom the Bible describes as being blind from birth. The disciples questioned Jesus about the cause. “Who sinned to cause his blindness, this man or his parents?”
Jesus responded:
“Neither this man nor his parents sinned,” said Jesus, “but this happened so that the works of God might be displayed in him.” (John 9:3)
Jesus spit on the ground and made some mud. He put this mixture on the man’s eyes and directed him to wash in the Pool of Siloam. Afterwards the man could see! He expressed his joy, but his neighbors questioned him, doubting his identity and his healing.
The Jewish leaders soon heard about the incident (miracle) and demanded the man come to them for further investigation. The man couldn’t explain the “how,” but he was confident about “what” and “who.”
“One thing I do know. I was blind but now I see.” (John 9:25b)
The Pharisees even questioned the man’s parents:
“Is this your son?” they asked. Is this the one you say was born blind? How is it that now he can see?” (John 9:19)
When the parents confirmed the man was indeed their son, born blind, but couldn’t explain how he could now see, the Jewish leaders became more angry. Summoning the man once more, the Pharisees insulted Jesus and the former blind man, accusing both of them of being sinners. They threw the healed man out of their presence (John 9:34).
Sight for the those in need
I wasn’t born blind, but my eyesight was pretty far gone. As my vision improved dramatically following surgery, I experienced joy. Changes include the ability to read without glasses, the blessing of more vivid colors in nature, better night vision, and less issues with bright lights/sunshine. Like the healed blind man, I’ve shared my happiness with others. Thankfully, no one hauled me in for questioning or called me a sinner.
My experience is not the miracle resulting from mud Jesus created and I credit modern medicine with performing excellent surgery and care. However, I’m still extremely grateful for the wisdom and knowledge God grants to our medical personnel. And I’m thankful for the excellent care I received from hospital and office staff. For me, the happy results rank up there close to miraculous.
The Light of the World
The blind man in this story not only received his sight, he received salvation (John 9:35-38). That, my friends, is the greater miracle, that Jesus came into our world as our Lord, our Savior, and our Light.
When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” (John 8:12)
Has something miraculous happened to you recently? Please share your joy and brighten our day.
Our sight, both literal and figurative, is a marvelous sense we often take for granted.
Congratulations, Katherine!
Thank you, Tim! I’m grateful and blessed.
Amen. His light is the true light. Glad your vision has improved. Thank you for being a bright light in this world. Have a blessed day! 🙂
Your kindness and encouragement mean so much, Melissa. Thank you for stopping by and sharing joy. We are so blessed by His Light.
So happy for your renewed vision! Thanks for the reminder of the gifts of both physical and spiritual sight. Glory to His great name.
Thank you for your good wishes, Kristy. I’m so blessed by our Father’s grace, mercy, and love. “Glory to His great name” indeed!
I’m so thankful for the ability to see physically and spiritually, Katherine. Thank you for the reminder of both blessings.
Your kind encouragement sends a blessing, Diana. Thank you!
Thanks Winky for an uplifting reminder of both blessings – physically and spiritually. So happy that your eye surgery went well and that your vision has improved. Thank you for each uplifting bog that you post and also for your newsletter. You are a true blessing from God! May God continue to use you as His servant!!!!!
Martha, your message sends joy and encouragement. Thank you for stopping by and sharing kindness. I’ve been so blessed by this experience. Wishing you happiness and good health, my friend.
Congratulations on your successful surgery. What a difference that will make ma’am. One eye or both? And thank you for the visual clarity you give us through sharing God’s Word! Blessings my friend, and don’t forget those drops! 🙂
Both eyes, my friend, and it’s been so wonderful to see better. Thank you for your good wishes. Yes, I’m using my drops as scheduled.
I am thankful with you that your sight is so much better! enjoy all the brighter colors! and keep on writing those encouraging and inspiring blog posts, but maybe we both need to take a few more breaks from computers!!
I agree, Kathy, we’d be better off with less screen time–both our eyes and our brains would benefit. But we’re authors! Computers are an important and essential tool for us. I just need to moderate my hours at the keyboard. Hopefully, after your launch you can take a little time away from the computer–or perhaps you’re already working on that next book! Thank you for your good wishes.
I’m so glad your surgery was successful! And so thankful for spiritual sight!
Thank you, Debbie. Like you, I’m soooo grateful for spiritual sight. We are blessed!
I’m right there with you on the visual problems! Thank you for reminding us that all good things are to the glory of God.
Lovely devotion.
I’m so thankful for you kind encouragement, Candyce. Sounds like you may be approaching surgery? I’ll be praying for you.
So thankful your surgery was successful and your sight is better! Blessings!
Thank you for your good wishes, LuAnn. I’ve been blessed by my experience (and the blessings continue). Fall is approaching–wishing you joy in the new season!
I loved the message and the analogy Katherine. I had that surgery several years ago and the difference was amazing. It did make me think of Jesus’ miracles of sight to the blind.
Isn’t it wonderful–to see better? But of course the greater miracle is the gift of salvation. I’m so undeserving, but our Lord loves me anyone. We are so blessed!
I’m so thankful your medical procedures were helpful! Thank you for the post. Prayers for you.
Thank you for your prayers and good wishes, Joni. I’m so thankful for our loving Father. Wishing you a blessed week.