The Great Riddle of the Bible

Summary

The sermon explores the paradox of God's nature as both merciful and just, focusing on Exodus 34 where God proclaims Himself as merciful and gracious yet will by no means clear the guilty. It explains how this riddle is resolved through Jesus Christ, who bore the guilt and wrath of sin on behalf of sinners, allowing mercy and justice to meet. The preacher emphasizes the holiness of God, the seriousness of sin, and the necessity of faith in Christ for salvation. The appropriate response to this revelation is worship and gratitude for God's redemptive work.