30 | Matthew 7: A Closer Look at “Depart From Me, I Never Knew You”

Click to Fill Out The Podcast Feedback Form Have you ever felt like you knew someone, followed them, listened to them, learned from them, only to realize they had no idea who you were? In this episode of Peace Over Perfection, we take a closer look at one of the most sobering statements Jesus ever made: "Depart from me, I never knew you." (Matthew 7) This episode isn't meant to create fear or make you question your salvation every time you struggle. It's about understanding what Jesus actually meant and why this warning is about relationship, not religious activity. We'll walk through the context of Matthew 7, explore the difference between knowing about God and truly knowing Him, and look at biblical examples that make this distinction clear, especially the contrast between Judas and Peter. You will learn: Why Matthew 7 is about relationship, not perfection The difference between knowing God's name and being known by Him How religious activity can replace real relationship if we're not careful Why Judas and Peter had very different outcomes, even though both walked closely with Jesus What Jesus means when He talks about "doing the will of the Father" What knowing God actually looks like in everyday life Resources Mentioned: Simple Daily Faith - Scripture Verse Cards and Sugar Scrubs My Favorite Things on Amazon Get on the Waitlist for the "How to Study the Bible" Course Connect With Me: Email: [email protected] Podcast: Peace Over Perfection on Apple Podcasts Instagram: @susan.shropshire TikTok: @susanshropshire