Pastor Chris shares the story of a man born blind who encountered Jesus—not through gentle words, but through mud and spit that changed everything. From a mission trip revelation to his own son's risky surgery, Chris reveals how sometimes our deepest struggles become platforms for divine grace. Whether you're questioning why bad things happen to good people or feeling spiritually blind yourself, this message illuminates how Jesus transforms darkness into sight.

What if God's calling you to become a Barnabas—a person whose generosity changes everything? When Joseph sold his field and gave the proceeds to the church, he became known as "the son of encouragement," rescuing future apostles Paul and Mark when others had given up on them. Whether you're in the season of giving what you can, giving significantly, or giving from abundance, this church needs Barnabas-hearted people who are generous, open-minded, and encouraging.

Pastor Chris confronts our tendency to build faith on podcasters and social media influencers rather than God's testimony about Jesus as Messiah. Using John's crystal-clear message—"whoever has the Son has life, whoever does not have the Son does not have life"—he challenges us to examine what voices shape our beliefs and what occupies the center of our hearts. His closing fable powerfully illustrates this truth: "He who gets the Son gets it all."