Spiritual Blindness

How often do we criticize others for their spiritual blindness while missing the glaring blind spots in our own lives? This eye-opening message explores the uncomfortable truth that even mature believers can be "blind to their own blindness."

Drawing from 2 Peter 1, we discover seven essential qualities that prevent us from being "useless and unfruitful" in our walk with Christ: goodness, knowledge, self-control, endurance, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. Each virtue represents an area where believers commonly develop blind spots—from integrity gaps to wisdom deficits, from impulsiveness to conditional love.

The truly transformative revelation comes when we understand that developing these qualities isn't about striving through our own effort. As Peter explains, "His divine power has given us everything required for life and godliness through the knowledge of him." Like an all-inclusive resort that provides everything needed for a perfect vacation, Jesus has already supplied all we require for godly living.

The key to accessing this provision? Deepening our knowledge of Christ through intimate relationship, not mere intellectual understanding. As J.I. Packer powerfully stated, "Once you become aware that the main business that you are here for is to know God, most of life's problems fall into place of their own accord."

This message challenges us to examine which of these seven qualities might represent our personal blind spot, while reminding us that our motivation for growth should spring from love and gratitude rather than guilt or shame. When we understand all Christ has done for us, our response becomes "Lord, I want to serve you, I want to follow you, I want to honor you"—not to earn favor, but because we already have it.

What blind spot might the Holy Spirit be gently revealing in your life today? And how might addressing it transform your relationship with God and others?