Why Trying Harder Isn't Enough for Christian Growth
New Testament | Galatians 3 Keith shares a story about stapling good apples to a bad tree to highlight how we often try to fake good behavior without dealing with the root issue.
Keith shares a story about stapling good apples to a bad tree to highlight how we often try to fake good behavior without dealing with the root issue. Using Galatians 3, Keith explains that Christians grow by applying the gospel to every area of life, not just by trying harder. Real change comes from dealing with our hearts and seeking God's grace to change. While effort is necessary, it must be enabled by God's grace. Join us as we explore the importance of forgiveness and heart change in the...
Read MoreKeith shares a story about stapling good apples to a bad tree to highlight how we often try to fake good behavior without dealing with the root issue. Using Galatians 3, Keith explains that Christians grow by applying the gospel to every area of life, not just by trying harder. Real change comes from dealing with our hearts and seeking God's grace to change. While effort is necessary, it must be enabled by God's grace. Join us as we explore the importance of forgiveness and heart change in the Christian life.
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Passages: Galatians 3

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Keith Simon
Keith Simon is the pastor and co-founder of The Crossing, a large, politically diverse church. He’s also a cultural commentator, has written for Newsweek and contributes his thoughts weekly on his top news commentary podcast, Truth Over Tribe. He's...
Read MoreKeith Simon is the pastor and co-founder of The Crossing, a large, politically diverse church. He’s also a cultural commentator, has written for Newsweek and contributes his thoughts weekly on his top news commentary podcast, Truth Over Tribe. He's the co-author of Truth Over Tribe, and Joyful Outsiders. Keith received a Master of Divinity from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. He and his wife, Christine, have four children.
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