Adrian unpacks Jesus’ teaching in Mark 7, where the Pharisees challenge the disciples for breaking ritual traditions. He shows how easily faith can slip into rule‑keeping, outward performance, and spiritual “badges” that look impressive but do nothing to change the heart. Jesus cuts through all of it, insisting that real defilement comes from within — and real transformation begins there too. Through the cross, Christ fulfils the law we could never keep, making us new creations who live from grace rather than guilt. It’s not about appearing spiritual — it’s a heart thing.