Paul Barnhardt - In God’s Sight
Paul Barnhardt examines the omniscience and holiness of God by tracing the theme of divine sight through Scripture, from the creation and moral evaluation of humanity to the sacrificial substitution of Christ (Genesis 1, 6, 16; 2 Chronicles 33; Isaiah 53; Luke 7, 19; Revelation 20–22). He addresses how God sees both human wickedness and the personal value of every soul, contrasts human waywardness with the perfection of the Lord Jesus Christ who grew up before Him, and underscores the ultimate reality of standing before the great white throne in contrast to eternal fellowship with God.

Donald Labbe - Blind Bartimaeus
Don Labbe explores the narrative of blind Bartimaeus in Mark 10:46–52, addressing the reality of spiritual blindness and the urgent necessity of coming to Christ. He examines themes such as the helplessness of humanity in sin, the hindrance of surrounding crowds, the compassionate response of the Lord Jesus as the perfect servant, and Bartimaeus's persistent cry for mercy. Labbe emphasizes that just as Bartimaeus received physical sight by faith, sinners must recognize their spiritual condition and seek eternal salvation through Christ while the opportunity remains.

These messages are a part of our 2024 Winter Gospel Series and were recorded on 2/1/24