Episode 1503 | Jul 14, 2026

Why Does Obedience Matter? | The Gospels | John 8:48–59

Do you feel spiritually dry? Could one step of obedience be the path to greater intimacy with God? And what's the difference between legalism and true obedience?

Do you feel spiritually dry? Could one step of obedience be the path to greater intimacy with God? And what's the difference between legalism and true obedience? In today's episode, Tanya explores John 8:48–59 and shows how Gospel-centered obedience flows from love, not fear, and leads us into lasting freedom and transformation.

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Why Does Obedience Matter? | The Gospels | John 8:48–59

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Why Does Obedience Matter? | The Gospels | John 8:48–59

Do you feel spiritually dry? Could one step of obedience be the path to greater intimacy with God? And what's the difference between legalism and true obedience?

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