Mark 8:11-26
Blinded | Mark 8:11–26
David Baalbergen | East Brainerd Baptist Church
June 7, 2026
Why did the Pharisees demand another sign after witnessing so many miracles? Why did the disciples still struggle to understand Jesus after walking beside Him? And what does the gradual healing of a blind man reveal about our own hearts?
In this message from Mark 8:11–26, we discover a sobering truth: spiritual blindness is not just the problem of the Pharisees or even the disciples—it is the natural condition of every human heart. Left to ourselves, we trust our own righteousness, our own understanding, and our own strength. Only Jesus Christ can open blind eyes and bring us to saving faith.
Join us as we explore:
Why demanding signs from God reveals a heart that refuses to trust Him.
What Jesus meant by the "leaven of the Pharisees and Herod."
How the disciples' misunderstanding exposes our own tendency toward self-reliance.
Why the two-stage healing of the blind man beautifully illustrates God's work of opening spiritually blind eyes.
No matter how blind we are to the truth, there is hope in Christ. The same Savior who restored physical sight is still opening blind hearts to behold His glory.
If you're in the Chattanooga area, we'd love to welcome you in person!
East Brainerd Baptist Church
📍 1047 Graysville Road
Chattanooga, TN 37421
🕚 Sunday Worship: 11:00 AM
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