Why God had a Baby Born Blind

“Neither this man nor his parents sinned but that the glory of God may be revealed.” Jn9:3

                Tragedy is assumed sin. Not everything that is uncomfortable or hurtful is wrong or evil. Happiness and pleasure are not the Kingdom of God. Hardship can develop character. Sickness, poverty can bring about opportunities for God to work. How can God get glory for healing if there were no ailments?

                Jesus disciples figured that this man born blind had sinned. Kind of silly. How much iniquity can a baby cause in the womb? They thought maybe his parents sinned and the boy was being punished. Likewise the Pharisees said the same; “you were steeped in sin at birth.” Both were wrong. It was the plan of God that the man would be blind. God wanted to reveal something about Himself to the world, that He is our light. This man was privileged to be the canvas of God’s artistry.

                An encounter with Jesus altered his life. His testimony sounded loudly. People couldn’t believe he was the same guy. God is wise. He allows pain in our life and uses others to heal us. That, in turn, we will be able to strengthen, encourage and help others from it. God can use your biggest weakness to be His best story.