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Zach Garrett's 'Give Me the Real Jesus' – Let Your Heart Be Touched


How do you find the right words to describe your longing for an authentic relationship with Christ? Zach Garrett's describes that longing in his song 'Give Me the Real Jesus'. Garrett grew up prioritizing the 'thou shalts' and 'thou shalt nots' over the genuine relationship with God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit. A relationship with Jesus isn't about focussing on rules and rituals! It's a relationship that is focussed on a living, breathing communion with Jesus. 

Zach Garrett - Give Me the Real JesusIn 'Give Me the Real Jesus,' Zach cuts straight to the chase. Connecting with Jesus goes beyond the constraints of legalism. While full of good intentions, the rules and traditions of religion can sometimes become a barrier, leaving us merely 'reading the words and going their own way' instead of truly experiencing Jesus' love and grace. 

We are and need His church, but we shouldn't be crushed under the weight of 'broken religion,' or better said, the weight of what man imposes instead of what God asks us to do and become. The lyrics touch on real-life issues: burdens and shame, but Garrett reassures us that there is hope. Jesus is the One who lifts our burdens and offers healing. This isn't about mere 'admission' into a religious club; it's about transforming our hearts and lives through Jesus' boundless grace and love - a love that conquered the grave. 

Give 'Give Me the Real Jesus' a listen. I'm confident that the music and lyrics are uplifting and freeing. 

In Garrett's own words: 'It's my prayer that this song is an encouragement to everyone who listens to it and I pray that it may even give people 'permission' or rather freedom to seek a true and genuine relationship with Jesus.' Amen to that!

(Related scripture: Matthew 11:28-30; John 14:6; Romans 8:1-2)

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You can listen to the track directly on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/14NAqSGQUcY2LJcaEHKfKl

Here is a link to the video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZ_GjdaDIyE

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