Why Jesus Is Greater Than Religion || Spoken Word
This poem was the official winner of Jeff Bethke's "Jesus Is Greater Than Religion" video contest and was selected as an official trailer to promote his book "Jesus Is Greater Than Religion". I wrote this to share why a relationship with Jesus is greater than self-righteous moralism. Many people believe they have to do more and try harder in order to be good enough for God; yet Jesus shares the revelation that God has loved us first. It is because of his love, acceptance, and mercy that we live for him in gratitude for grace. This poem was inspired by Jefferson Bethke's video "Why I Hate Religion, But Love Jesus" and written in the spirit of his new book "Jesus Is Greater Than Religion". "He must become greater..." - John 3:30 MY INFO: Twitter: bit.ly/19bNH50 Facebook: on.fb.me/171VGAD Instagram: bit.ly/GLoR5K Email: bookings@richtidwell.com Ministry: on.fb.me/GM5LeV SPEAKING: I would be thrilled to speak in your area! Email: bookings@richtidwell.com SPECIAL THANKS: To my wife Brandi for graciously helping every step of the way during pre and post production and to my brother Robert for volunteering to be the videography assistant. POEM LYRICS: bit.ly/17yvKfJ CLARIFICATION: - The "religion" defined within the poem is self-righteous moralism; not depending on God's grace as a gift given through Jesus but something to be earned through behavior. (see Romans 4:5, 9-11, Ephesians 2:8-10). Self-righteous moralism exists so strongly within all religions it can become synonymous with the word "religion" itself. God Bless You All! Daytona Beach Video Production by www.richtidwell.com/
