Welcome to today's message by Austin Garrett, Student Minister at THE CROSSING. In this video, Austin reflects on the intriguing balance between rules and relationship in our faith journey, using a personal story and a biblical lesson from Mark 3:1-6.
As Austin dives into Mark 3:1-6, he examines an encounter between Jesus and the religious leaders of the time. Jesus heals a man with a shriveled hand on the Sabbath, a day strictly reserved for rest according to Jewish law. The Pharisees, more focused on rigid rule-following than the miraculous healing occurring before them, plot to kill Jesus, revealing their hardened hearts and legalistic approach.
Austin challenges us to reflect on our own adherence to rules and how it might overshadow the grace and relational aspect of our faith. He provides five thought-provoking questions to help us assess whether we are slipping into legalism:
1. Do we recognize our own need for a Savior?
2. Do we stick to man-made rules so rigidly that we miss what God is doing around us?
3. Do we use the Gospel for selfish purposes?
4. Am I keeping the main thing the main thing?
5. Do I set aside time for genuine connection with the Lord?
Austin emphasizes that legalism can prevent us from fully experiencing the grace and life-changing power of Jesus. He encourages us to reconnect with the heart of God through practices like Sabbath, reminding us that following rules without connection is merely legalism.
Watch this engaging and insightful message to explore how we can move beyond legalism and embrace a relationship with Jesus that transforms and enriches our lives.
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