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Explore the profound teachings of Jesus through parables that expose self-righteousness, hypocrisy, and blindness. Reflect on the dangers of trusting in man-made traditions and the true essence of righteousness. Uncover the heart of religion and the consequences of spiritual pride. Discover the transformative power of genuine faith and grace in the face of hypocrisy. Delve into the timeless lessons of the Good Samaritan, the Wicked Vinedressers, the Prodigal Son, and the Great Supper. Challenge yourself to examine where your heart truly lies and in what or whom you place your trust.
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The parable of jesus Matthew 16:5,6,12 2 Timothy 2:24-26 Matthew 13:10-13
Parables Exposing Self-Righteousness • What Is Self-Righteousness? • Luke 18:9 “trusted in themselves” • When Man Stops Looking To God • Romans 10:1,2 • Romans 4:1-4 • How Could A Man Actually Think He Could Earn Salvation?
Parables Exposing Self-Righteousness • The Pharisees often associated “righteousness” with their man-made traditions and their party affiliations • John 5:42-44 • Jesus Used Tax Collector as Example of Righteousness - Luke 18:10-14
Parable of two sons used to reveal the kind of religion the pharisees espoused • Matthew 21:12,13 • Matthew 21:23,25 • Matthew 21:28-32 • The Religion of God is more than a “talk religion” – Matthew 23:4 • Which son are you like?
Parables exposing hypocrisy • What is a hypocrite? • Luke 11:44-47 • HUPOKRITES - “an actor, stage player, a dissembler, pretender.” • Matthew 15:8 – You are in essence playing a part; your heat is somewhere else
Parable of the good samaritan • Where is his heart? Luke 10:25 • Jesus tests the lawyer – Luke 10:28,29 • Question of a man who does not want to see! • John 8:48; Luke 10:30-35 – Notice who was the hero! • Now the question – Luke 10:36,37
Parable of the wicked vinedressers • How would you answer the Lord? • Matthew 21:33-40 • Watch out! • Matthew 21:41-44 • Did they see Jesus’ point? • Matthew 21:45,46
Parable exposing blindness • Blind because of pride • John 9:35-41 • Jesus responded to criticism - Luke 15;1,2 • Luke 15:3-7 • Prodigal Son – Luke 15:11-24 • The Elder Son; Who does he represent? Luke 15:25:32 • Parable of Great Supper – Luke 14:1-4, 15-18,24
What was the end of the pharisees? • Some converted to Christ – Philippians 3:5,8 • Most were lost for eternity – Matthew 21:45,46
Where is your heart? IN WHAT DO YOU TRUST?