Conversation Starters

╬  The two-stage healing of the blind man reflects our own progress toward understanding who Jesus is and the extent of his compassion and provision for his people. Think about your own journey as a follower of Jesus. How do you understand and know Jesus differently now than you did when you first became a Christian? As you think about your own growth as a disciple of Jesus, what words would you use to describe your progression of who you have known him to be—Friend, Savior, Healer, Lord, Shepherd, Suffering Servant, Lamb of God, Risen Christ, Son of God, Righteous Judge, . . .

╬  Think about a time when your vision was obscured by life circumstances. How do you see that situation differently now?