We trace the fear around “I never knew you,” set it in its first century context, and show why Jesus’ demand for perfection aims to drive us to faith in him, not to tally our works. We contrast false confidence in religious performance with the simple obedience of believing the Son.

• why “be perfect” exposes need and points to Christ
• who Jesus addresses in Matthew 7 and why context matters
• the will of the Father defined as believing in the Son
• false prophets identified by fruit that diverts from Christ
• why resumes of power do not prove salvation
• being known by God as union with Christ, not awareness
• assurance grounded in Jesus’ finished work, not effort
• practical method: let Scripture interpret Scripture

Blog Post: https://wakinguptograce.com/081-i-never-knew-you-matthew-7-21-23/

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