Filling or Service Stations

Shawn critiques the traditional model of full-service churches likening them to the now mostly obsolete full-service gas stations, advocating for a transition to a system where individuals are empowered to manage their own spiritual needs without the need for clergy or institutional intervention. He emphasizes a biblical approach grounded in Jeremiah 31:31-34, where believers are encouraged to engage directly with their faith rather than relying on religious institutions or leaders to mediate their spirituality.

A new covenant is established where God promises to inscribe His law on the hearts of the house of Israel, fostering a direct and personal relationship with His people, leading them to inherently know Him and live according to His guidance. In Romans 14, Paul emphasizes the importance of accepting those with weak faith without judgment, focusing on living for the Lord, promoting peace, and avoiding causing others to stumble, while upholding the values of righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit.

The teaching emphasizes that true liberty in Christ involves a personal and direct relationship with God, devoid of institutionalized religion and human-made systems, as supported by scriptural references from Galatians and Hebrews. Rather than adhering to religious organizations or laws, individuals are encouraged to cultivate an individual connection with God through grace and guidance by His Spirit, fostering a life of freedom and personal accountability to Jesus alone.