“For we through the Spirit eagerly wait for the hope of righteousness by faith. For in Christ Jesus neither circumcision nor uncircumcision avails anything, but faith working through love.” Galatians 5:5-6
The teaching and behaviors of Jesus do not conform to the prevailing ideas of religion or the world that you live in. This is what caused the death of Jesus!
You cannot draw near to God by doing things for Him or performing religious activities or rituals. They are a waste of time and a disgrace to what Jesus did on the cross.
If you insist on having a relationship with God by rules and practices, you will have to keep every word of the Ten Commandments. No one has ever done this and attempting this will only bring condemnation and failure upon you. You are denying the grace of God and will become separated from Him.
Religion is comfortable and safe. It is non confrontational. You just show up and follow the routines. Jesus disrupts lives and turns everything upside down. He is unpredictable and controversial.
Jesus is alive and wants to be a part of every detail of your life. He wants you to approach Him by faith for your every need.
Jesus wants you to trust the Holy Spirit to bring His righteousness into your life. The idea of keeping laws or practicing religion is of no value in finding the righteousness of God.
It is faith in Jesus Christ and accepting the free gift of eternal life that will transform you into a new creature in Christ Jesus.
This gift is an expression of the love and compassion of God for His people. You cannot earn this gift or please God by your works.
Jesus wants to have an intimate relationship with you. He wants you to trust Him for your every need. He wants you to live by the Spirit dwelling inside you.
This will cause His favor to fall upon you and you will meet the living God!
Hal Hollister Ministry 