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One of the most common things people say when the name Jesus comes up is:“I’m not really into religion.”But the truth is… neither was Jesus.In this episode of The Afterglow, @TuneThyHeart and @jtfollowsjc discuss the difference between religion and relationship, why many people reject Jesus because they misunderstand Him, and how real faith is not about rule-keeping but about love, trust, and intimacy with God.Jesus did not come to start a religion.He came to restore a relationship between humanity and God.Religion focuses on rituals.Relationship focuses on the heart.When Jesus walked the earth, the people He confronted the most were not sinners… but religious leaders who had turned faith into control, tradition, and empty performance.Matthew 15:8–9 (ESV)“This people honors me with their lips, but their heart is far from me; in vain do they worship me, teaching as doctrines the commandments of men.”1 John 5:3 (ESV)“For this is the love of God, that we keep his commandments. And his commandments are not burdensome.”Isaiah 59:2 (ESV)“But your iniquities have made a separation between you and your God.”James 1:22 (ESV)“But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves.”John 13:35 (ESV)“By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.”Following Jesus is not about religious performance.It’s about transformation.When you truly encounter the love of Jesus, it changes everything.Your heart changes.Your priorities change.Your relationships change.Because once you experience His love… you cannot help but give that love to others.If you need prayer, encouragement, or guidance, comment below. We pray over every prayer request.If you have been called to be a content creator and want to go deeper in your faith, identity, and purpose, you can learn more about Echoes of Truth Coaching here:https://echoesoftruthnetwork.comThe Afterglow Podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, and all major platforms.New episodes every week.May the noise fade and only the love of Jesus remain.
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By Echoes of Truth NetworkOne of the most common things people say when the name Jesus comes up is:“I’m not really into religion.”But the truth is… neither was Jesus.In this episode of The Afterglow, @TuneThyHeart and @jtfollowsjc discuss the difference between religion and relationship, why many people reject Jesus because they misunderstand Him, and how real faith is not about rule-keeping but about love, trust, and intimacy with God.Jesus did not come to start a religion.He came to restore a relationship between humanity and God.Religion focuses on rituals.Relationship focuses on the heart.When Jesus walked the earth, the people He confronted the most were not sinners… but religious leaders who had turned faith into control, tradition, and empty performance.Matthew 15:8–9 (ESV)“This people honors me with their lips, but their heart is far from me; in vain do they worship me, teaching as doctrines the commandments of men.”1 John 5:3 (ESV)“For this is the love of God, that we keep his commandments. And his commandments are not burdensome.”Isaiah 59:2 (ESV)“But your iniquities have made a separation between you and your God.”James 1:22 (ESV)“But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves.”John 13:35 (ESV)“By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.”Following Jesus is not about religious performance.It’s about transformation.When you truly encounter the love of Jesus, it changes everything.Your heart changes.Your priorities change.Your relationships change.Because once you experience His love… you cannot help but give that love to others.If you need prayer, encouragement, or guidance, comment below. We pray over every prayer request.If you have been called to be a content creator and want to go deeper in your faith, identity, and purpose, you can learn more about Echoes of Truth Coaching here:https://echoesoftruthnetwork.comThe Afterglow Podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, and all major platforms.New episodes every week.May the noise fade and only the love of Jesus remain.