Don't Go Back (Galatians 4:8-20)

Are you going back to chains Jesus broke? In this message on Galatians 4:8–20, we confront both the subtle and dramatic ways believers drift from gospel freedom back to forms of spiritual slavery—be it through performance, religious rules, approval-seeking, or addiction achievement. Paul’s urgent warning to the Galatian church becomes hauntingly relevant for us today: You can’t have Christ and keep your chains. This message exposes how easy it is to slip from grace into works, from sonship into striving, from deep joy into quiet compromise. Pastor Matthew calls out modern idols, exposes the power of being “known by God,” and urges us to repentance, restored living, and urgent participation in God’s mission. Whether you feel stuck, are tempted to return to old habits, or simply want to hunger for more of Christ, this message will confront you at your crossroads.