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When Religion Gets in the Way

Jesus challenged traditions that blocked people from God. Religion without relationship builds walls, but Christ tears them down.

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Josh Phillips

Church Planter in Residence

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When Religion Gets in the Way

Jesus challenged traditions that blocked people from God. Religion without relationship builds walls, but Christ tears them down.

Date

March 15, 2026

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Josh Phillips

Church Planter in Residence

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Religion Gets in the Way When...

Ritual Replaces Relationship (5:33-35).
Tradition Replaces Transformation (5:36-39).
Rules Replace RESToration (6:1-11).

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