I am convicted by the challenges this message contains. Aren't you? These men were primarily focused on external appearance. They wanted to "look good" to others, but the reality of their hearts was a different story. They challenged people to do things they themselves would not do. The talked of generosity, yet they were full of greed and self-indulgence. They spoke of having peace with God, yet their converts were all children of hell. What they said and what was true were in opposition to each other.
In summary, these hypocrites were all about themselves! THEY were who mattered to them. Jesus says that they were ruled by pride. His challenge to them and to us is clear. He said, "Whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted."
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