Parents of the Man Born Blind

Fr. Matthias Shehad explores the story of the man born blind and the reactions of different people around him, focusing especially on the man’s parents. Despite witnessing their son’s miraculous healing by Jesus, they hesitated to openly acknowledge it due to fear of the Jewish authorities. Fr. Matthias discusses why miracles alone do not necessarily change hearts, examining examples such as Simon the sorcerer, the healed lepers, and the rich young ruler. He highlights that true transformation involves embracing sacrifice, overcoming fear of loss and inconvenience, and a willingness to step into the unknown. The sermon challenges believers to consider what holds them back from fully accepting Christ and living according to God’s truth. Fr. Matthias calls for a heart that seeks God genuinely, not simply relying on miracles or external signs, but living faithfully according to the knowledge already received.