Jesus Passing By (Matthew 20:29-34)

In this sermon, Dr Griffin uses the healing of the blind men at Jericho as a picture of conversion. Just as the blind men recognised their helplessness, cried for mercy, ignored opposition, and received healing from Christ, so, he argues, spiritually blind sinners must urgently seek salvation through Christ alone. He emphasises that salvation comes by mercy alone, through faith, not mere religious attendance. Preached in a time of revival Griffin warns that opportunities for salvation may be brief; Christ may be “passing by” now, and delay may result in permanent spiritual loss.

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Outline:

Introduction: setting the scene, the importance of the passage.

First, observe the blind men

• These men were in a position to receive God’s mercy
• These men called out in faith
• These men called out earnestly

Second, observe the compassion of Jesus

• Jesus sent messengers
• Jesus touched their eyes

Third, this was the last opportunity

Conclusion: final invitation to come to Jesus.