Jesus Without Religion

Alarming but true, Christians do not need to ask for forgiveness. We already have it. Let’s unpack this confusion from 1 John 1:9. Learn more at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/how-to-ask-god-for-forgiveness/

Today we're going to find out what James meant in his ladder found in James 1:22 as he starts talking about being a 'doer of the word'. Newsflash, it has nothing to do with outward human performance. Learn more at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/doers-of-the-word/

No doubt Christians should have good outward works. But equally, we have no business twisting scripture to guilt Christians into obsessing over their outward performance. Today we're gonna take a look at the apostle James, Paul, Luke, and even Jesus and see their actual teachings about works. Follow us at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/

When Jesus called us to deny ourselves and take up our cross he was talking about a one-time act of believing. This was not an ongoing religious behavior improvement command. Learn more at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/deny-yourself-and-take-up-your-cross/

Today we are going to discover that Luke 12:48 is actually addressing unbelievers who will be severely punished if they are not ready on judgment day. Learn more at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/to-whom-much-is-given-much-is-required-luke-1248-explained/.

Today we’re going to be talking about a parable about virgins. I want to give you the actual biblical view about the parable of the 10 virgins. If you’re looking for someone to chastise you about needing to perform more, I’m not the guy that’s going to use this parable to do that. Because that’s not at all but the heart of God is in this parable.

Have you been told that the parable of the talents is about 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/

Today we discover that Matthew 19:24 is about people trying to get saved by the law, and that way is as impossible as a camel passing through the eye of a needle. Learn more at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/matthew-1924-explained/

For believers, they will not be judged or recompensed for their bad deeds. Here’s the correct interpretation of 2 Corinthians 5:10. And thanks to Jesus, it’s not scary at all. Learn more at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/judgement-seat-of-christ/

The meaning of Philippians 4:13 is the EXACT OPPOSITE of what many people are saying it means. Paul is actually saying that even if he is suffering, or in need, his joy doesn’t come from solving those problems. He’s saying his joy comes from knowing Christ. Even during bad times, Jesus strengthens him/us as he counsels us, guides us, and encourages us. In other words, even if you lose your job, or can’t pay a bill, your source of joy should not be from fixing those problems. Here's the context. Learn more at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/philippians-4-13-explained/

Ephesians 5:18 ‘Do Not Get Drunk With Wine’ Explained Is this a threat to those that drink? Why does it come up in Ephesians 5:18? Today we see this is really about a contrast between your OLD identity and your new one. It’s not okay to be a drunkard or a stumbling block. But we need to understand the context and not redefine the writer’s intention. Learn more at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/ephesians-518-do-not-get-drunk-with-wine-explained/

This video was created for people that are ALREADY divorced and perhaps struggling with how God may view them. One of the most common questions asked by Christians is “does God forgive divorce?” and/or how does God respond to believers that have been divorced? Here’s the biblical truth to these questions about divorce. Learn more at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/does-god-forgive-divorce/

Today we discover that Matthew 19:24 is about people trying to get saved by the law, and that way is as impossible as a camel passing through the eye of a needle. Learn more at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/matthew-1924-explained/

Some say if Christians go on sinning willfully after receiving the knowledge of the truth we will be sent to Hell. This is simply not true. Here’s what you need to know about Hebrews 10:26. Learn more at

Some people use 1 Peter 3:7 to teach that God will not hear or answer our prayers. That’s just not true. In this video, we explain the actual context of this verse. Learn more at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/can-our-prayers-be-hindered-1-peter-3-7-explained/

Maybe you've heard the libra born-again Christians can lose their salvation. Trust me, that is a lie straight from the lips of the evil one. Here's what you need to know. Learn more at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/can-a-christian-lose-salvation/

Perhaps you’ve heard 1 John 3:9 as being taught to say Christians don’t sin, and therefore, if you sin, you’re not saved. In this video, we unpack the truth John is writing about. Learn more at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/do-christians-sin/

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/

Some people think the verse I die daily is about killing ourselves off day by day so that we don't get in God's way. God does NOT want His children to die daily. That teaching is man-made garbage. Here's what you need to know. Learn more at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/i-die-daily/

People have really complicated what it means to put on the armor of God. Makes for a long sermon, but everyone leaves confused. Putting on the armor of God is easy. Here's what you need to know. Learn more at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/put-on-the-armor-of-god/

Someone tried to shake your faith by using Matthew 7:23 where Jesus says 'Depart From Me, I Never Knew You'? Here's what you need to know. Learn more at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/bible-devotionals-in-video/depart-from-me-i-never-knew-you/

Perhaps you have been told your sins are forgiven one by one as we ask for forgiveness. What a terrible interpretation of 1 John 1:9. The sins of Christians have been paid for by blood, and our words do not activate it. Here's what you need to know. Learn more at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/confession/

Water baptism is a beautiful expression of outwardly showing the world what happened on the inside. Watch out for the cults that tell you it saves you. Here's what you need to know. Learn more at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/water-baptism/

Today we will talk about what it means to spend time with God from a biblical position.

Jesus said 'If You Love Me You Will Keep My Commandments'. He was NOT talking about the law. Even though Jesus literally tells us EXACTLY what His commandments are, people insist on trying to switch his words to being about keeping rules. Here's what you need to know. Learn more at https://jesuswithoutreligion.com/bible-devotionals-in-video/keep-my-commandments-john-1415/