The Thing Behind the Thing | 6.4.23 | Matt. 15:10-20

1. It’s about obedience.
2. It’s about vanity.
3. It’s all about the heart.

Gospel Connection

Jesus came to change our hearts, not our behaviors (Ezekiel 36:24-32; Romans 10:9-10; Hebrews 10:22). When our hearts change; when are affections change, then our behaviors will follow. The Son of God was born, lived and died a sacrificial death (for the sins of all mankind) so that by grace through faith (Ephesians 2:8-9) you and I might be forgiven of our sin and enter into a relationship with Almighty, Holy God, our Creator.

Application

What can and will you do this week to help keep your focus on Jesus Christ rather than mere outward conformity to rules?

Prayer

Dear God, my Heavenly Father, direct me daily to keep my focus on You, the example of Jesus, and the guidance of the Holy Spirit so that I live each day in obedience to the truths of Scripture.