Journey Church
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Letting Go of Loopholes // Matt Johnson
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Letting Go of Loopholes | Have you ever looked for a loophole? A way to justify what you want, avoid what’s hard, or explain away what you know is right? We all do it—and it impacts our relationships, our choices, and even our faith.
In this message from our Losing Religion series, we explore the powerful new command Jesus gave His followers: “Love one another as I have loved you.” And when you really understand what Jesus meant, it changes everything.
Jesus didn’t come to pile on more religious rules. He came to replace loophole living with a love that’s personal, sacrificial, honest, and transformational.
In this message, you’ll discover:
• Why loopholes slowly damage your faith
• What Jesus meant by “a new command”
• Why love is more demanding than religion
• How loopholes affect honesty, gossip, generosity, and relationships
• Why Jesus followers should be known for love—not religious behavior
• The one question that can guide every decision you make
If you’ve ever tried to justify unhealthy choices…
If faith has felt more about rules than relationships…
If you’ve wondered what Jesus actually wants from you…
…this message will challenge and encourage you.
Jesus reduced all the religious complexity down to one command: love people the way He has loved you. No loopholes. No excuses. Just a better way to live.
Because nobody regrets choosing love the way Jesus defines it.
📖 Scripture: John 13:34–35
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