Grayson "The Real GM" Marshall

"But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness" There is a subtle shift that has taken place in much of modern Christianity. We celebrate God as our Healer, our Provider, our Deliverer, our Protector, our Peace, and our Savior. Every one of those truths is biblical. Every one reveals the heart of God toward His people. But there is another truth that often receives far less attention: Jesus is King. And that changes everything. The question is not whether we believe Jesus can save us. The...

Every practice deserves to be examined. "Thus invalidating the word of God by your tradition which you have handed down; and you do many things such as that." — Mark 7:13 (NASB) The Most Religious Can Still Miss God One of the most misunderstood statements Jesus ever made was not directed at sinners, tax collectors, or Rome. It was directed at the most religious people of His day. The Pharisees knew the Scriptures. They honored the prophets. They guarded the Law with incredible discipline....

Self has learned that it does not need to oppose God. "God knows my heart.” Few statements sound more spiritual. Few statements are used more often by self. Not by rebellious people. Not by people openly rejecting God. But by good-hearted people who genuinely love Him. People who serve. People who give. People who pray. People who attend church. People who mean well. Yet beneath the surface, self can quietly sit on the throne while wearing religious clothes. That is what makes it so...