“When Worship Becomes a Lie: A Warning from Jeremiah 7”
Episode Description:
In this convicting sermon, Rev. James Delanty opens up Jeremiah 7 to expose the danger of religious hypocrisy—when outward worship masks an inward rebellion. Just like the people of Judah who trusted in the temple instead of in God Himself, we too can fall into the trap of going through the motions while our hearts drift far from Him.
Drawing parallels from the Swiss Reformation to the present day, James calls us to examine our worship, align our lives with God's Word, and return to Him with true repentance—not just religious habits. Whether you relate to the rebel or the rule-keeper, this is a message of both warning and grace.
Big Idea:
Religious activity cannot replace a heart surrendered to God.
Key Themes:
The emptiness of outward religion without inward change
God’s call to reformation through repentance
The grace of Jesus for both the rebellious and the self-righteous
Preached at St Alban’s by James Delanty.