September 23, 2026 | The Blind and Mute Demoniac | Lesson 356

MATT. 12:22-37; MARK 3:19-30; LUKE 11:14-15, 17-23

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INTRODUCTION. This story involves a discussion between Jesus and the Pharisees regarding blasphemy against the Holy Spirit. The controversy followed Jesus' healing of a man brought to him who was blind and mute (dumb, unable to speak), and possessed with a demon.

Blasphemy against the Holy Spirit is not some mysterious idea or precept that cannot be understood. On the contrary, with a step by step study of the passage, a proper conclusion can be reached.

Jesus healed a man possessed by a devil (demon), and the Pharisees accused him of casting out the demon by the power of Satan (Matt. 12:22-24). Jesus answered his accusers with four arguments (Matt. 12:25-29). He then discussed blasphemy and sin (Matt. 12:30-32), and concluded with a pronouncement of judgment against the Pharisees (Matt. 12:33-37).