1. The blind man of Bethsaida (22-24)

The people of Bethsaida brought a blind man to Jesus. Bethsaida was in Galilee. It was the hometown of Peter, Andrew and Philip. This event follows Jesus' words to his disciples, 'Do you still not understand?' (21) They were still spiritually blind. Jesus took the man outside the village, spit on his eyes and put his hands on him. The healing began, but when Jesus asked, 'Do you see anything?' the man confessed, 'I see people, but they look like walking trees!' He was like the disciples who loved and followed Jesus, but who didn't fully realize who he was or believe his power.

2. Once more... (25-26)

Jesus is not satisfied with partial sight--or partial faith. Once more he put his hands on the man's eyes. Then his eyes were opened and he could see everything clearly. Jesus did not give up on his disciples either. In the next event, Peter's spiritual eyes opened and he made a life-changing confession of faith.

Application: Lord, open my eyes to see you and other people clearly.
One Word: Jesus opens blind eyes