Beware the Leaven: Chasing Signs or Following the Lamb | The CLC Commute

In this episode of the "Behold the Lamb" Lenten series, Pastor Grant unpacks Jesus' warning in Mark 8 about the "leaven" of the Pharisees and Herodians, representing two competing visions of God's kingdom: religious legalism that controls behavior through external rules and hypocrisy, and political power that seeks domination and control over others. He explains how these subtle influences still tempt believers today, leading us to pursue a kingdom built on manipulation or force rather than the inner transformation and love Jesus intends. The conversation emphasizes seeking Jesus Himself over chasing signs, as fixating on confirmation of our own desires can blind us to God's true direction, while surrendering to the Holy Spirit brings discernment, true sight, and the only ultimate sign—the resurrection.Sermon Study Guide: https://page.church.tech/24efe86f