Guest speaker Cory Daker

Religion vs Relationship: Exposing Hypocrisy | Mark 7:1–13

Are you honoring God with your lips but hiding a heart far from Him? In this honest and hope-filled message, guest speaker Corey unpacks Mark 7:1–13, where Jesus confronts the Pharisees for clinging to man-made traditions while ignoring the heart of God's Word.

🎯 Learn how to:

Recognize modern-day "fence laws" in our churches

Avoid empty religion and embrace real relationship with Jesus

Let go of guilt, shame, and striving—and walk in grace

Jesus isn't calling us to perfect performance—He’s calling us to authentic transformation. Whether you’re burdened by religious expectations or just tired of trying to look good on the outside, this episode will point you back to the heart of the gospel.

🔎 Keywords: Christian podcast, Mark 7 sermon, Jesus and the Pharisees, hypocrisy in the church, religion vs relationship, gospel-centered preaching, spiritual freedom, church traditions, legalism vs grace, Mercy Church Renton