Why does humanity not see creation as God's own handiwork? In this sermon on Psalm 8:3–4 titled "Blinded by Sin," Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones addresses this important theological question and shows its significance for the Christian life. The reason that humanity can look at creation and believe it is anything other than the creation of God is because they are blinded by sin. All are born in sin and naturally opposed to God. So they reject God, not because of reason, but because of sinful prejudice. The psalmists teach this, but it is also seen in the New Testament through the life and ministry of Jesus when He performs great signs and wonders to the people. But in the end, the people still cry out for Him to be crucified, for they still did not believe that He was God's Son. This is because of the sinful principle in all hearts. What is the answer to humanity's blindness and hard-heartedness? The answer is only found in the grace of God in Jesus Christ. Only by God giving His Son and opening the eyes of sinners can anyone be saved. Salvation is wholly a gift of God wherein He gives salvation freely as a gift.

The devotional explores the concept of faith-building experiences by examining Jesus' feeding of the five thousand in John 6. It emphasizes that God often leads believers into impossible situations to demonstrate His power and provision when human effort fails. Through personal anecdotes of miraculous financial relief during medical crises, the speaker illustrates how trusting God rather than relying on people sustains ministry and life. The message encourages listeners to record their testimonies of God's faithfulness to strengthen their own faith and witness to others. Ultimately, it calls for a posture of complete dependence on God's support in all circumstances.

Study of the book of Daniel

This sermon explores the Christian call to labor for the church, drawing primarily from Philemon verses four through seven. It establishes that salvation is by grace through faith, but genuine faith inevitably produces good works directed toward fellow believers. The speaker emphasizes that this labor is rigorous and should increase over time, illustrated by the enduring impact of Philemon's past actions. Additionally, the message encourages a shift in prayer life from predominantly petitionary requests to thankful adoration, mirroring the Apostle Paul's example. Ultimately, believers are urged to serve Christ through service to His people with persistent love and gratitude.

The sermon explores the second major sermon in Deuteronomy, framing it as a renewal of the covenant God established with Israel at Mount Sinai. It highlights Deuteronomy 10:12 as an epitomizing text that calls believers to fear, walk in, love, serve, and obey God. The preacher contrasts the first generation's failure with the second generation's opportunity to embrace covenant loyalty rooted in God's redemptive love. Attention is given to the Ten Commandments as a restoration of creation morality and the Shema as the supreme command to love God with all one's being. The message urges believers to internalize Scripture, teach it diligently to future generations, and live out their faith through daily devotion and obedience.

The piece warns that religious privileges alone cannot save a soul, using Lot's wife as a cautionary example of someone who enjoyed godly influences yet remained unconverted. It emphasizes that despite having righteous family members and clear divine warnings, she failed to receive the grace of the Holy Spirit, which is essential for true salvation. The text argues that familiarity with sacred things without personal repentance and faith only hardens the heart and increases condemnation. Believers are urged not to rest on external advantages like good preaching or godly company but to seek genuine spiritual transformation. Ultimately, the message asserts that without the inward work of grace, all outward blessings are useless for eternal life.