Love Over Liberty | Pastor Josh | FSBC Online

"I have my rights."

It’s the anthem of our age and the driving force of the professional world. We are taught to stand our ground, defend our freedom, and exercise our rights at all costs. But on this Mother’s Day, as we dive into Romans 14, the Apostle Paul introduces a radical, counter-cultural strategy for the church: Love Over Liberty.

Mothers are the ultimate "CEOs of Deference"— constantly laying down their own rights and comforts to build up their families. Today, Pastor Josh explores how the Church is called to that same nurturing heart. Whether the debate is over ancient food laws or modern preferences, Paul’s roadmap for unity is clear: We must move from the courtroom of judgment to the altar of love.

In This Message:

The Motherhood Model: How sacrificial love serves as the blueprint for Christian unity.

The Welcome: Why we affirm the person even when we disagree with the opinion.

The Kingdom Metric: Why the Kingdom of God isn’t about eating, drinking, or personal preferences—it’s about righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit.

The Challenge:

Real Christian liberty isn't the "freedom to do what we want," but the freedom to serve God and others without the bondage of pride. This week, let’s prioritize "mutual upbuilding" over our own opinions. Let’s be a church big enough for different views, but too small for pride.