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Sunday, October 21, 2007
Religious Arrogance Is the Target
There were some people that thought that they were very good.
These people acted like they were better than other people.
Jesus used this story to teach them:
-- Luke 18:9 (ERV)
KEY THOUGHT:
Jesus' most scathing rebukes are reserved for those who are outwardly
very religiously, but who are arrogant, self-righteous, and feel
superior to everyone else. Once again, Jesus illustrates his point with
a story so his disciples will not only know the truth of his message,
but so they also can visualize what this religious arrogance looks like
and can remember to avoid it in their own lives. Before we examine this
story of Jesus, we should look at ourselves and ask, "What is the basis
of our confidence?" Is it in comparing ourselves to others? Is it in
our own works of righteousness? Or is it in God's grace and mercy shown
us in Jesus?
TODAY'S PRAYER:
Father, thank you for saving me, a sinner, who cannot live up to your
standards of character, righteousness, and holiness. Thank you for
making a way for your grace to reach me and bring me into your family
as your child. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen.
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