S4:E5: Legalism Kills

What happens when religion becomes more about rules than relationship? In Matthew 12, Jesus confronts the Pharisees and exposes how legalism can distort the heart of God.

Through encounters with the Pharisees, healing on the Sabbath, and powerful teaching about grace, Jesus shows us that religion without Him only leads to pride, shame, and exhaustion. The gospel is not about earning Gods love through performance. Its about receiving the mercy and freedom that Jesus already paid for on the cross.

Jesus did not come to heap burdens on people. He came to bring rest, healing, freedom, and new life.

Supplemental Resources From This Week:
Religion Couldnt Heal What Faith Did - Kerry's Story
Jesus Is Greater Than Religion - Deepen with Pastor Joby Martin: Matthew S4E5
Legalism Kills: Wheres Your Faith?- Old to New - Matthew S4E5 (Full Service)
Matthew Season 4