Have you ever felt like no matter how hard you try—attending church, serving others, or obeying every rule—God still feels distant?
In this powerful message, Pastor Alex Reznichenko of Pillar Church explores why so many believers feel spiritually dry despite doing all the right things. Drawing from 1 John 4:9–10, Luke 7:47, and John 14:15, this sermon uncovers the hidden traps of performance-based faith and reveals the liberating truth:
You cannot love God more—only receive His love more.
📖 Key Scriptures:
“This is real love—not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as a sacrifice to take away our sins.” – 1 John 4:9–10 (NLT)
“If you love me, keep my commandments.” – John 14:15 (NLT)
“She loved much because she was forgiven much.” – Luke 7:47 (NLT)
Whether you're a new believer, a long-time follower of Jesus, or someone who feels like you're just going through the motions, this message will speak to the heart of your struggle and invite you back to the simplicity and joy of being fully loved by God.
🙌 Learn how to stop striving and start receiving.
🛑 Break the cycle of spiritual burnout.
🔥 Live from the overflow of God's love.
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