Podcasts | Faithelement

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17.14 Rules, Relationship, and Righteousness

March 27, 2025
Rules, Relationship, and Righteousness

For the session to be discussed on April 6, 2025

Philippians 3:4b-14


Daniel Glaze

Jay Lynnn Peabody Smith

Lacey Wondree

David Adams


In this session we examine the themes of rules, relationship, and righteousness. The discussion includes personal anecdotes about difficulty in letting go of items, comparing it to Paul’s message about focusing on a deeper relationship with Christ rather than legalistic adherence to rules. We emphasize the idea that true righteousness comes from faith and love in Jesus rather than personal achievements. A concluding story about unwavering trust and courage further illustrates the episode’s central theme of moving forward in faith. The conversation touches on the critique of legalistic religious practices and emphasizes the importance of an inclusive, grace-filled relationship with God. We also reference the movie ‘Saved’ to highlight the pitfalls of legalistic faith.


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