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Jesus Without Religion

60 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratings

Discover Jesus through the filter of grace. If you are a Christian, you are about to see the love of Christ-like you’ve never seen before. Never again will you fear God, or feel that you are inadequate or not deeply loved by Him. Some people call that a license to sin, but as you journey with us you’re going to find out that soaking God’s kindness and total forgiveness of ALL sin, yes all sin, is the only prescription that will actually lead you away from the disease of sin. It’s Jesus, without the man-made religion.

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Let’s Talk About The idea That Christians Who “WALK AWAY” From The Lord Can Lose Salvation First, no one under any circumstances who is saved can lose their salvation. That is a lie, and is a message presented only by deceivers. It is not walking away

February 15, 2024 20:00 - 3 minutes - 2.29 MB

Let’s Talk About The idea That Christians Who “WALK AWAY” From The Lord Can Lose Salvation   First, no one under any circumstances who is saved can lose their salvation. That is a lie, and is a message presented only by deceivers.    It is not walking away from the Lord because you stopped going to church.    It is not walking away from the Lord because you have doubts.    It is not walking away from the Lord because you have not prayed for 12 months.    If you scroll from Genesis ...

Will God Blot You Out of the Book of Life?

February 02, 2024 20:00 - 7 minutes - 5.43 MB

Perhaps you've heard the legalist message that Christians better read Revelation 3:5 and watch their step, because God just might blot them out of the book of life.  LETS DEBUNK THAT LIE! Learn more at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/will-god-blot-you-out-of-the-book-of-life/

Why God Lets Bad Things Happen To Christians

January 19, 2024 13:00 - 13 minutes - 9.15 MB

We all know that planet earth can really hurl some bad thing at all of us. Even Christians. You may be asking, why does God let bad things happen to Christians? In this video, I want to share a personal story and offer up one reason that I think God let's bad things happen to Christians. Learn more at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/

Godly Sorrow Vs Worldly Sorrow | What's The Difference?

January 05, 2024 14:00 - 10 minutes - 7.21 MB

Today I explain the context of 2 Corinthians 7:7-13 where the Apostle Paul talks about a worldly sorry that leads to death and a godly sorry that leads to salvation. Relax fellow Christians, this is not a warning to you. It's a warning to the unbelievers. Learn more at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/godly-sorrow-vs-worldly-sorrow/

Will God Kill Christians Who Get The Mark of The Beast?

December 09, 2023 21:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MB

I am often asked, "what will happen to Christians who get the mark of the beast"? Many of you may be relieved to discover that no Christian will lose their salvation if they get the mark of the beast. And I think it's important that every believer know that a lot of this anxiety comes from fear mongering from a lot of churches, and leaders who are completely miss-teaching Revelation 13. Learn more at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/god-will-not-kill-christians-who-get-the-mark-of-the-beast/

Money is Root of all Evil | 1 Timothy 6:10 Explained

December 05, 2023 20:00 - 13 minutes - 9.5 MB

In today's video, we're gonna talk about what the Scriptures meant when the apostle Paul said "money is the root of all evil". This is a verse found in 1 Timothy 6:10 Side Note: As I created this video, my company is currently going through difficult times for the first time since we started at 12 years ago. Funny, how sometimes the videos I create for you can be a reminder for myself. In this case, it reminded me where the source of joy comes from. Jesus. 

The Rich Young Ruler Explained

November 01, 2023 20:00 - 13 minutes - 9.21 MB

There's this terrible teaching out there that the biblical story about the rich young ruler is essentially a threat from God that applies to Christians, who perhaps are coveting money, property, or some other tangible item. In today's message, we're going to pick that apart and show you that the true context of the story is Jesus showing us that no person can be saved through the law, avoiding coveting - or any other type of sin. It is literally impossible to inherit salvation with people, b...

Pushing The Law on People is Spiritual Adultery

September 27, 2023 16:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MB

Today I want to explain to people while it may sound like the right thing to do to push the law on other Christians, what we actually learned through scripture is that that is the equivalent of committing spiritual adultery. Romans 7 lays this out beautifully. Learn more at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/pushing-the-law-on-people-is-spiritual-adultery/

Does The Bible Say If We Love Jesus We Will Keep The Law?

September 17, 2023 19:00 - 20 minutes - 14.1 MB

Does The Bible Say, If You Love Jesus You Will Keep the Law? Actually, it does…..NOT. Perhaps you’ve heard someone site John 14:15, which reads if you love me, “if you will keep my commands”. Unfortunately, many people are wrongfully, trying to associate the word commands with the word the ‘law’.  The reality is the commands and context have absolutely nothing to do with a single mosaic law. In today’s video, we are going to show you exactly what those commands are, and we’re going to do i...

My View on Lordship Salvation & Easy Believism

September 03, 2023 19:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MB

Both Lordship Salvation & Easy Believism messages are from opponents of those of us, who believe we are saved by Grace, through faith. Their message take your affections off of Christ and obsess on human performance. Here’s my view:

Is God Calling You to Die Daily?

July 09, 2023 19:00 - 11 minutes - 7.6 MB

Perhaps you've been told you need to die daily. As if this is some type of acceptable sacrifice to God as we symbolically kill ourselves, so we can get out of his way and let him perform. Today we're gonna talk about the actual context of dying daily.. Learn more at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/

Works And Judgement: Matthew 25:31-46 Explained

June 26, 2023 23:00 - 13 minutes - 9.11 MB

If you thought this teaching from Jesus was about your need to perform better, you’re about to discover something very different. You’re about to discovered that this discussion about outward works it’s not about quantity, but rather about quality. And the quality is not measured by the amount, but rather or not you are in Christ, and she perform its work. Learn more at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/the-judgement-matthew-2531-46-explained/

The Sermon on The Mount is Only For Unbelieving Jews

May 21, 2023 23:00 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MB

Sad, but true, most Christians miss the point that the sermon on the mount is only a message for unbelieving Jews chasing out the law for righteousness. For as long as I can remember, Christians have been told that the sermon on the mount is a message for Christians and how we should live or strive to live. But the truth is, anyone who hears this sermon is supposed to walk away, feeling totally condemned with no hope. Hell bound. No one should hear this message and feel like that should be ...

Depart From Me – You Worker of Inequity | Not Scaring Me

April 26, 2023 19:00 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MB

No, Christian should be afraid of these words depart from me. You should be more afraid of the people who are trying to weaponize any scripture to put the children of God in fear and bondage. They do not know the truth. They have no business teaching. Let’s unpack these verses and see what’s really going on.  Learn more at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/

Easter 2023 Message: How To Please God

April 09, 2023 18:00 - 12 minutes - 8.7 MB

As we celebrate the resurrection, and all that Jesus did for us, I thought I would dedicate this message to expressing the one, and only thing you can do to please God, and express your love for Jesus. Learn more at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/easter-2023-how-can-i-please-god-today/

The meaning of Philippians 4:13 is often the opposite of what many people are teaching us that it means. It's not about being able to fix any problem. In fact, it's about being content when nothing is right, even if it's never fixed. Yet, the verse is s

March 15, 2023 13:00 - 10 minutes - 7.12 MB

The meaning of Philippians 4:13 is often the opposite of what many people are teaching us that it means. It's not about being able to fix any problem. In fact, it's about being content when nothing is right, even if it's never fixed. Yet, the verse is still awesome. Here's what you need to know. Learn More at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/philippians-4-13-explained/ 

How to Ask God For Forgiveness SPOILER: Christians DON’T Have To

January 21, 2023 15:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MB

It may come as a surprise to many people that Christians have never been commanded to ask God for forgiveness, sin by sin. Christians have already received all of the forgiveness they will ever need. They received it through faith, and trusting in the finished work of Jesus on the cross. 

What Does Spending Time With God Look Like Biblically?

December 10, 2022 19:00 - 7 minutes - 5.38 MB

What Does Spending Time With God Look Like Biblically? Have you ever noticed that nowhere in the Bible do we find the words or commands to “spend time with God”? But even in the absence of those words, there’s no shortage of people demanding that we spend time with God. We read posts about it, watch videos, and many of our leaders are insisting that we spend time more with God. So if so many Christians are telling us we need to spend more time with God, why don’t we find those words in the...

How To Never Have a Prayer Go Unanswered

November 26, 2022 00:00 - 11 minutes - 7.6 MB

Here's a guaranteed way to make sure you have a prayer go unansweared by God.  Learn more at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/how-to-never-have-a-prayer-go-unanswered/

Can a Gay, Lying, Drunken, Adulterer Get into Heaven?

November 06, 2022 20:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MB

Alarm but true, inheriting the kingdom has nothing to do with our performance and everything to do with our faith. So today we will address the question, can I gay, lying, drunken, adulterer get into heaven? LEARN MORE AT https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/can-a-gay-lying-drunken-adulterer-get-into-heaven/

Faith Without Works Is Dead | What James Actually Meant

October 17, 2022 17:00 - 8 minutes - 5.62 MB

Many people have widely misunderstood the context of faith without works is dead written by James in chapter 2. When you look at countless other verses that speak in depth about works we realize Jameses statement would be a direct contradiction to what Jesus himself and the apostles taught us.  That's not to say works or not important, they are. But the context James was using was that the work is a decision for Jesus. And today we're going to point that out. Learn more at https://jesuswit...

Does God Give Us More Than We Can Handle?

October 17, 2022 17:00 - 7 minutes - 5.32 MB

We frequently hear the statement of God never gives us more than we can handle. But is that really true? Today we're going to find out what the Scriptures have to say about this message of God not giving us more than we can handle.  https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/

To Whom Much is Given, Much is Required | Luke 12:48 Explained

October 14, 2022 15:00 - 14 minutes - 9.98 MB

Today we're going to discover that Luke 12:48 is talking about the punishment that would occur if someone is not ready on the day of salvation.  Learn more at: https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/to-whom-much-is-given-much-is-required-luke-1248-explained/

Speaking in Tongues | It's About Human Languages Sharing The Gospel

September 17, 2022 15:00 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MB

In today's message, I want to talk about this cult that is pushing the idea that if you're a Christian you have to be able to speak in tongues. This is a big fraud, and they are wildly abusing the Scriptures and we're going to unpack it verse by verse today. Learn more at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/speaking-in-tongues-2/

Parable of the Talents Explained | Spoiler Alert, Talents Are Not Works | Matthew 25:14-30

September 12, 2022 13:00 - 16 minutes - 11.7 MB

Have you been taught that the parable of the talents is about human works and/or gifts and rewards? It’s not. In this video, I will show you that the ‘talents’ are symbolic of the gospel, and what we do with it. Specifically, believing it and sharing it. Learn More at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/parable-of-the-talents-explained/

If You Love Me You Will Keep My Commandments Meaning – John 14:15 is Not About Law Keeping

September 12, 2022 01:00 - 3 minutes - 2.12 MB

This is not about keeping laws. Jesus actually plainly tells us exactly what these commandments are. Jesus said "If You Love Me You Will Keep My Commandments" (John 14:15), but He was not talking about law keeping. He was talking about love. We explain this in proper context and prove it's about love, not rule keeping that proves we love Jesus. Learn More at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/bible-devotionals-in-video/keep-my-commandments-john-1415/ Topic of today's lesson, 'If you love me k...

If You Love Me You Will Keep My Commandments Meaning – John 14:15 is Not About Law Keeping

September 12, 2022 01:00 - 3 minutes - 2.12 MB

This is not about keeping laws. Jesus actually plainly tells us exactly what these commandments are. Jesus said "If You Love Me You Will Keep My Commandments" (John 14:15), but He was not talking about law keeping. He was talking about love. We explain this in proper context and prove it's about love, not rule keeping that proves we love Jesus. Learn More at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/bible-devotionals-in-video/keep-my-commandments-john-1415/ Topic of today's lesson, 'If you love me k...

1 Corinthians 9:24 | Running The Race Explained

September 06, 2022 01:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MB

1 Corinthians 9:24 has been incorrectly taught that running the race is about works. Today we discover that the context is about saving people. It’s about using your body as a tool for Jesus. Learn more at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/1-corinthians-924-explained-running-the-race/

Can you love God with ALL your Heart? I Don't Think You Can

August 24, 2022 00:00 - 8 minutes - 5.79 MB

Matthew 22:37-40 explained. You might be surprised to learn, but you're really not able to love God with all of your heart, mind, and strength. And good luck loving those nasty neighbors. Learn more at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/can-you-love-god-with-all-your-heart-how-about-your-neighbor/

False Prophets | They Look A Lot Like Christians, But They Are Wolves

August 07, 2022 17:00 - 11 minutes - 8.25 MB

Today we are going to discover that the false prophets are actually people that sound a whole lot like Christians. They talk about avoiding sin, getting water baptized, etc. But it turns out these are wolves who are trying to make those things prerequisites for salvation. Learn More at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/

The Parable of 10 Virgins | Matthew 25 1-13 Explained

August 02, 2022 01:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MB

Alarming, but true this parable has absolutely nothing to do with human works, or levels of hell. This is entirely about something very simple. It's about whether or not you have faith in Christ for salvation. Today we will show you how clear the Scriptures speak to this. It's not about you. It's about Jesus. https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/parable-of-10-virgins/

Does God Cut Off Branches that Don't Produce Fruit?

July 13, 2022 14:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MB

Perhaps you've heard of teaching that if Christians lack in works God will cut them off and throw them into hell. Today we want to reveal to you what's really going on with these branches and show you that the heart of God it's not that you would be tossed away, but rather that you would be built up and bear more fruit. Learn more at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/john-15-2-explained-cutting-off-branches/

Ananias & Sapphira Were NOT Believers

March 07, 2022 22:00 - 14 minutes - 9.81 MB

Ananias & Sapphira lied to the Holy Spirit and subsequently dropped dead. In this episode, we're going to prove to you that they were not believers and that the Scriptures actually prove to us that they were unbelievers. See the video at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/ananias-sapphira/

Ananias & Sapphira We NOT Believers

March 07, 2022 22:00 - 14 minutes - 9.81 MB

Ananias & Sapphira lied to the Holy Spirit and subsequently dropped dead. In this episode, we're going to prove to you that they were not believers and that the Scriptures actually prove to us that they were unbelievers. See the video at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/ananias-sapphira/

The Narrow Gate | Matthew 7:13 Explained

February 28, 2022 02:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MB

In today's message, we will discover that the narrow gate Jesus referred to was not symbolic of avoiding sin or having more works. We are going to see that the narrow gate clearly refers to faith in Jesus for salvation. Join us as we unpack Matthews's letter in chapter 7 verse 13. You can also watch this video at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/enter-through-the-narrow-gate-explained/

God Does Not Scourge Those He Loves | Here's Why

February 07, 2022 18:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MB

Hebrews 12:6 was quoting an old testament passage BEFORE the scourge weapon was ever invented. Today we discover that God does not beat his children, but rather the translator miserably failed. Many Christians are misled by horrible teaching in translation from Hebrews chapter 12 regarding God's scourging his children. If you are aware that the scourge weapon was not even invented during the times of the old testament readings. As we read about the scourging in Hebrews, we need to recognize...

Judgement & Rewards | A Comforting Truth

January 21, 2022 14:00 - 13 minutes - 9.01 MB

What if I told you Christians are not Judged, and we all received the same reward - regardless of effort?  Today we're going to unpack several parables to illustrate this very point, but the takeaway is not about our effort and our goodness, but rather God's goodness. Imagine, Christians will not give a single account for a single sin, and we will all be hooked up beyond measure as we inherit the Kingdom (the reward). All we have to do is believe God and the Scriptures to see it. Today, I ...

Depart From Me I Never Knew You | Matthew 7:23 Explained

December 20, 2021 15:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MB

"Depart from me I never knew you", these are words that no believer will ever hear. There are many cult teachings that try to intimidate believers into this idea that they could lose salvation if their works or minimal or their sins are too much. In today's podcast, we're going to unpack this verse and we will reveal to you that your salvation is rock solid and you will never need to fear, because God has promised to never leave you and never forsake you, and God doesn't lie. See this in vi...

Hebrews 13 Bible Study | From The Lens of Grace

December 08, 2021 15:00 - 29 minutes - 19.9 MB

Today we wrap up our study in the book of Hebrews. Hebrews 13 will show us how Jesus lives in and through us. We will discover that he is the source of our contentment. Learn more and see this with slides at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/hebrews-13-bible-study/

Hebrews 12 Bible Study | From The Lens of Grace Share Episode Stats Edit Episode

November 24, 2021 15:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MB

In Today's Podcast we are looking at Hebrews 12 and will run in the word 'scourge'. But does God scourge His children? Does He beat us to the point of ripping our skin off of our body? We will soon see that scourge has a very different meaning. Learn more and see this with slides at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/hebrews-12-bible-study/

Hebrews 12 Bible Study | From The Lens of Grace Share Episode Stats Edit Episode

November 24, 2021 15:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MB

In Today's Podcast we are looking at Hebrews 12 and will run in the word 'scourge'. But does God scourge His children? Does He beat us to the point of ripping our skin off of our body? We will soon see that scourge has a very different meaning. Learn more and see this with slides at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/hebrews-12-bible-study/

Hebrews 11 Bible Study | From The Lens of Grace

November 13, 2021 21:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MB

In Hebrews 11 we see that even men under the law or approved by faith, and nothing else. Will also see that they have nothing compared to us. Not Abraham, Moses, Noah. We have something much greater. Learn more at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/hebrews-11/

Hebrews 10 Bible Study | From The Lens of Grace

November 08, 2021 16:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MB

In Hebrews 10 we are going to discover that the law is only a shadow of the real things found in Christ. We will see that Jesus perfects us. And we will also see a shocking statement that teaches us God is not calling us to feel guilty when we stumble. Those feelings are driven by not believing what he has done for us. Enjoy. Learn more and see this with slides at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/hebrews-10-bible-study/

Hebrews 9 Bible Study | From The Lens of Grace

October 30, 2021 15:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MB

In Hebrews 9 we are going to discover that the old testament law was nothing more than a copy of the heavenly things. We will see that the heavenly things are founded on better hopes and better promises. We discover that the law and everything associated with it were made by humans and human hands, and the new covenant is made by the Spirit of God. We discover that through the law human priests had to make sacrifices for sins year after year, over and over and over again. But when Jesus offe...

Hebrews 8 Bible Study | From The Lens of Grace

October 24, 2021 21:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MB

In Hebrews chapter 8 we discover that God has a new covenant with us. We also discovered that it's nothing like the old one was when the people did not continue to do everything written in the book of the law. This covenant is completely different founded on better promises and better hopes. We discover that under the new covenant God has made a promise to remember your sins no more. Never. Sins are completely dealt with and no punishment remains.  Learn more or watch this lesson in video f...

Hebrews 7 Bible Study | From The Lens of Grace

October 24, 2021 00:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MB

In Hebrews chapter 7 we're going to see how some verses have been inappropriately used to imply a tiling mandate. We're also going to be learning about two covenants, one which is weak and useless, and another one that is perfect and able to save us forever. Learn more or watch this lesson in video format with slides,  https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/hebrews-7/

Hebrews 6 Bible Study | From The Lens of Grace

October 19, 2021 15:00 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MB

In Hebrews 6 we are going to see God making a promise to us. An OATH that is unshakable and rock solid. Unlike the old covenant, which was a promise made between God and man, we're going to discover that this new covenant is not about humans and their performance.   Under the new covenant, God could swear by no one greater so he swore by himself. Meaning God promised God that when you are faithless he will remain faithful. God promised God that he would remember your sins no more. And by to ...

Hebrews 5 Bible Study | From The Lens of Grace

October 18, 2021 22:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MB

In our study today of Hebrews chapter 5 we're going to discover the true meaning of 'milk' and 'food' as it refers to this letter. Many have taught that this is about 'sin' and 'law', but today we will see this is about doctrine. There are some people teaching God's word, but as it turns out they are suggesting that we get right with God for some kind of human effort, and they need to go back to the basics of the gospel (milk). When our theology for dealing with sin starts talking about any ...

Hebrews 4 Bible Study | From The Lens of Grace

October 07, 2021 16:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MB

In chapter 4 we are going to discover that Jesus sympathizes with the believer's weaknesses. We will discover that God wants us to draw near to him with confidence because he is promising us grace and mercy when we need it. And again we will continue to clarify that the first 10 chapters of Hebrews is addressing one specific kind of sin. The sin of unbelief.   Watch in video format with slides at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/bible-study-online/hebrews/chapter-4/

Hebrews 2 Bible Study | From The Lens of Grace

October 05, 2021 23:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MB

In Hebrews chapter 2 we're going to be hearing about how the Old Testament law was unalterable. Every sin God it's just penalty. And what we're going to learn is that if an old covenant that was ordained by angels was so severe, how much more severe will be if you reject the new covenant. If you reject Jesus. God is literally giving us the best reasons possible to completely start looking at the old covenant for forgiveness and grab onto the new only. We are being called to trust Jesus, not ...