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Sometimes, life has a way of shaking us awake from our spiritual complacency. It happened to me, Pastor Steve Gray, in my early 40s when I realized that despite following every rule and doing everything "right," I felt unfulfilled. This revelation led me to a transformative journey of studying biblical principles more deeply, and I'm excited to share these insights with you in our latest episode of the More Faith, More Life podcast. We explore the parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector, a story that challenges our understanding of humility and self-righteousness in faith.In this episode, we delve into the vivid dynamics of the temple atmosphere where public prayers often masked self-righteousness. We examine the stark contrast between the Pharisee, who was confident in his own piety, and the tax collector, who humbly sought God's mercy. Through their stories, we unravel the deeper message from Jesus about the essence of true righteousness. This narrative encourages us to look beyond the surface and confront tendencies within our faith that may lead to judgment rather than compassion.Key Takeaways:The parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector emphasizes the importance of humility and recognition of one's need for divine mercy for true justification.Cultural context influences the understanding of biblical stories; knowing the circumstances of the time enhances comprehension of their teachings.Exalting oneself in spirituality mirrors the fall of Lucifer, making humility a godly characteristic.Self-righteousness can blind individuals from receiving God's forgiveness and grace, as illustrated by the Pharisee's attitude.God values contrition and humility, rewarding those who acknowledge their spiritual dependence on Him.
How do we move forward? Move on? Grow? Change? These are constant themes and questions in our real life. Often, we look to God for the strength to help us do what we need to do. But Jesus had another plan entirely.At this past Gathering, we considered the surprising story Jesus told to set us on the path to flourishing.The band performed songs by The Beatles, Tom Petty, Eminem, and more.
Luke 18:9-14. Remember the sting of getting picked last? In this message, we're looking at one of Jesus' most surprising parables—the Pharisee and the Tax Collector—and what it reveals about pride, humility, and how we try to justify ourselves. Whether it's through religion, morality, politics, or performance, we all fall into the trap of trusting ourselves and looking down on others. But Jesus flips the script: the one who seemed the least worthy walked away justified because he came in humility, not self-righteousness. If you're exhausted from trying to be good enough—or from comparing yourself to others—this message is for you. For upcoming events and important announcements at Skyline, visit our Facebook page for the latest details!If you'd like to check out more resources, get to know Skyline Church, or donate to our ministry and missions please visit www.skylineofallon.com. Don't forget to leave us a review and subscribe to have our Sunday message downloaded straight to your phone each week!
Discover transformative insights in this podcast, where faith meets fresh perspectives. God's perfection is in his heart, not in his actions. He reacts to people's brokenness with compassion and love, even if it seems contradictory.
Happy Canada Day weekend! This Sunday, our own Mike Racinsky, will be unpacking the parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector found in Luke 18:9-14. Mike is the director of NEXT Gen ministries for FEB Central (our region within the Fellowship of Evangelical Baptist Churches) and it is a privilege to have Mike, Sara and their two children as members of Temple.
IN THIS EPISODE: In this episode of Between Sundays, Tyler, Maron, and Barry return to the Gospel of Matthew (chapters 8–9) to talk tax collectors, table fellowship, and the transforming power of Jesus' mercy. What does it mean that Jesus called someone like Matthew, a despised collaborator and social outcast, to follow Him? Why did Jesus share a meal with "sinners and scum"? And what do ancient customs like reclining at the table, status symbols, and mercy over sacrifice still teach us about following Jesus today? We're diving deep into Week 9 of the Follow Me series at Grace Church, unpacking: - Jesus' absolute authority and radical inclusion - The cultural and spiritual weight of eating together - Why Matthew's calling is a turning point in God's new kingdom - Hosea 6:6, mercy vs. sacrifice, and what that means for church today - What it looks like to extend mercy even to the people we judge... or just don't want at our table Plus, we tackle a bunch of big questions: - What makes someone open to mercy? - Is mercy optional for Christians? - Can churches be built on mercy instead of sacrifice? - Did tax collectors choose their path—and could they quit? We also answer a few fun mailbag questions, including: - What's your most-used emoji? - Where do you go in Scripture on hard days? - Favorite Between Sundays moment from 300 episodes! Submit your questions for future episodes: https://gracechurch.us/podcast Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share with someone who might be sitting in their own tax booth! ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - What's New with the Gang 05:39 - Mayonnaise & Mandarin Oranges 14:32 - Most Used Emojis 21:02 - Favorite Podcast Moments 24:14. Big Idea & Sermon Discussion 25:03 - The Calling of Matthew 27:14 - Tax Collectors in Ancient Israel 31:24 - Matthew's Longing & Readiness 34:52 - Forgiveness vs. Inclusion 39:48 - Reclining at Dinner & Table Fellowship 43:01 - Matthew's Dinner Party: Evangelism or Hospitality? 47:13 - Pharisees, Sinners, and Table Dynamics 50:04 - Mercy vs. Sacrifice 58:13 - Mercy as a Non-Negotiable for Christians 01:02:49 - Receiving Mercy: Humility and Transformation 01:06:58 - Building Churches on Mercy, Not Sacrifice 01:12:02 - Where Do We Go Next? & Podcast Wrap-up
Why would Jesus call a tax collector—an outcast—to follow him? And why does that matter for us today? Pastor Maron takes us into this transformational moment that still echoes for anyone who feels disqualified or unworthy. Keywords: Matthew the disciple, Jesus calls sinners, tax collector Bible story, call to discipleship, Matthew 9 sermon
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Chapter 28: Levi-Matthew.The Desire of Ages is a proven source of inspiration and enlightenment to millions of readers all over the world. And with good reason, for it deals with a universal yearning—the desire for living life to its fullest with the knowledge that we are here for a reason: That we are loved.This devotional classic tells the life story of the greatest spiritual leader the world has ever known—Jesus Christ. It does not merely set down a series of remote events; it presents the meaning of them so vividly that you will feel like you are an eyewitness to what is being described. And in these pages you will understand, possibly for the first time, the true, underlying significance of Christ's deeds and their bearing on your own life...here and now.This book is like a harmony of the gospels. It takes Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John and combines the stories in chapter form. Of the thousands of books in the Library of Congress on the life of Jesus, this is one of the most used and asked for.---Are you interested in making a profound life change? Let us know today! Text "ADD," plus your name, over to us to our text line at (561) 468-3873 if you're interested in bible study, prayer requests, or baptism. We look forward to hearing from you!---God be praised, His Word is now available for download on both iPhone and Android!The Bible: APPLE | ANDROID.Ellen G. White's Writings: APPLE | ANDROID.Sabbath School Quarterly: APPLE | ANDROID.---Bring all your tithes into the storehouse! We now accept tithes and offerings via Cash App [$DOZChurch].---For even more content, subscribe to our YouTube Channel, follow us on Facebook and Instagram [@DOZChurch], and visit us at DOZSDA.COM!
Luke: The Meals | Tax Collectors and Sinners | Luke 5:27-39 Sermon from June 8, 2025 – Deron Spoo, Pastor Part 1 of 5 of the series Luke: The Meals
The Pharisee and the tax collector both go up into the temple to pray. One prayer is only focused on self, while the other one is humble and repentant. Jesus says to go low and humble yourself rather than trying to justify yourself.
Does God know you?This weekend, Pastor Ben continued Stories as Told by Jesus with the Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector. Learn how religion & tradition is not the same as a relationship and how humility can lead to a more profound connection with God!
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Luke: The Stories | The Pharisee and Tax Collector | Luke 18:9-14 Sermon from June 1, 2025 – Deron Spoo, Pastor Part 4 of 4 of the series Luke: The Stories
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Some prayers sound perfect… but never reach heaven. Others are messy, broken, desperate—and they move God's heart. In this powerful episode, we unpack The Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector and discover the kind of prayer that truly draws God's attention.
Jason Tyrell is preaching from the Book of Luke
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"As Jesus passed on from there, he saw a man called Matthew sitting at the tax booth, and he said to him, 'Follow me.' And he rose and followed him.” Matthew 9:9
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Y'shua's disciples ask Him to teach them how to pray. That means that prayer is a skill that can be taught. The Lord's Prayer, the Friend at Midnight, the Unjust Judge and the Pharisee and the Tax Collector.
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Can we practice joy? Tyler Staton explores Jesus' parable of the wedding feast, showing how Jesus embodied the compassion and inclusivity of God through his teaching and practice, and challenging us to lean into God's joy through this practice of celebrating and feasting with the lost and least.Key Scripture Passages: Luke 14v1-24, Matthew 9v9-13This podcast and its episodes are paid for by The Circle, our community of monthly givers. Special thanks for this episode goes to: Sarah from Austin, Texas; Alisa from Pleasanton, California; Elijah from Newark, Ohio; Tina from Busselton, Western Australia; and Lori from Medford, Oregon. Thank you all so much!If you'd like to pay it forward and contribute toward future resources, you can learn more at practicingtheway.org/give.
Please join us with guest speaker Tim Irving as we explore the word of our Lord from Luke 18:9-17 and the parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector.
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A sermon for a Lenten ecumenical service. It's a reflection on the Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector.
From the Dawson Family of Faith, Dr. David Eldridge, Senior Pastor, concluded the sermon series, Stories That Still Speak, with a sermon titled "The Parable Of The Pharisee And The Tax Collector". Go to www.dawsonchurch.org for more information about the ministries and missions at Dawson.
Read OnlineJesus addressed this parable to those who were convinced of their own righteousness and despised everyone else. “Two people went up to the temple area to pray; one was a Pharisee and the other was a tax collector.” Luke 18:9–10This Scripture passage introduces the Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector. They both go to the Temple to pray, but their prayers are very different from each other. The prayer of the Pharisee is very dishonest, whereas the prayer of the tax collector is exceptionally sincere and honest. Jesus concludes by saying that the tax collector went home justified but not the Pharisee. He states, “...for everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and the one who humbles himself will be exalted.”True humility is simply being honest. Too often in life we are not honest with ourselves and, therefore, are not honest with God. Thus, for our prayer to be true prayer, it must be honest and humble. And the humble truth for all of our lives is best expressed by the prayer of the tax collector who prayed, “O God, be merciful to me a sinner.”How easy is it for you to admit your sin? When we understand the mercy of God, this humility is much easier. God is not a God of harshness but is a God of the utmost mercy. When we understand that God's deepest desire is to forgive us and to reconcile us to Himself, then we will deeply desire honest humility before Him.Lent is an important time for us to deeply examine our conscience and make new resolutions for the future. Doing so will bring new freedom and grace into our lives. So do not be afraid to honestly examine your conscience so as to see your sin clearly in the way God sees it. Doing so will put you in a position to pray this prayer of the tax collector: “O God, be merciful to me a sinner.”Reflect, today, upon your sin. What do you struggle with the most right now? Are there sins from your past that you have never confessed? Are there ongoing sins that you justify, ignore and are afraid to face? Take courage and know that honest humility is the road to freedom and the only way to experience justification before God.My merciful Lord, I thank You for loving me with a perfect love. I thank You for Your incredible depth of mercy. Help me to see all of my sin and to turn to You with honesty and humility so that I can be freed of these burdens and become justified in Your sight. Jesus, I trust in You.Barent Fabritius, Public domain, via Wikimedia CommonsSource of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2025 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.
Who truly sees Jesus? In this episode of the Narrative Lectionary Podcast from Working Preacher, Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Alan Padgett, and Jennifer Pietz unpack Luke 18:31–19:10, exploring the powerful stories of Zacchaeus and the blind man. As Jesus journeys toward Jerusalem, he encounters a blind man seeking sight and a tax collector seeking transformation. These encounters reveal a radical message of salvation, repentance, and inclusion, reminding us that no one is beyond the reach of God's grace. Commentary on Luke 18:31-19:10 is forthcoming. Check back at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/zacchaeus-2/commentary-on-luke-1831-1910-2.
Romans 3:10 by Josh Head “Hesed is when the one from whom I should expect nothing instead gives me everything.” - Michael Card “Jesus' statement here goes back to the Sermon on the Mount. The kind of righteousness Jesus demands surpasses the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees. It doesn't surpass the righteousness of scribes and Pharisees by being more scrupulous than theirs. It surpasses the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees by being a redemptive righteousness, a righteousness of compassion and healing. Jesus has a different program for Israel's redemption: not holiness by separation but compassion for tax collectors and sinners.” - Peter Leithart Application 1: Put on a Heart of Compassion Colossians 3:12 “The parents most able to give grace to their children are the ones who regularly remember the grace that they've received. - Paul David Tripp “The people most well-equipped to be compassionate to others are the ones who regularly reflect on how God has been compassionate to them.” Application 2: Regularly Remember Your Salvation
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By Philip Aust - One man was an unexpected choice to be a disciple of Christ. Matthew was a tax collector who was not well received by the Jewish population, but who's conversion sets a great example.
This episode features a full length Bible study taught by Pastor Jack Abeelen of Morningstar Christian Chapel in Whittier, California.If today you prayed with Pastor Jack to receive the Lord, we'd love to hear about it and get you started on the right foot. Visit us online at: https://morningstarcc.org/born-again/To see more of Pastor Jack's Bible studies, visit our Morningstar Christian Chapel channel at https://www.youtube.com/@morningstarcc.To subscribe to our Podcast newsletter go to http://eepurl.com/iGzsP6.If you would like to support our electronic ministry, you may do so by going to our donations page at https://morningstarcc.churchcenter.com/giving/to/podcast.Visit our church website at https://morningstarcc.org.
In this session, we delve into the parables of Jesus, exploring their profound meanings and their impact on our understanding of our spiritual condition. We focus on the Parable of the Sower, the Parable of the Weeds, the Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector, and Jesus's encounter with the Rich Ruler. These narratives challenge us to self-reflect: What type of spiritual soil are we? Are we sons of the kingdom or sons of Satan? Are we self-righteous Pharisees or humble tax collectors? Through these parables, Jesus illuminates the true standard of perfection and the need for God's mercy.Bible ReadingsMatthew 13:1-53Matthew 13:10-17Support the showRead along with us in the Bible Brief App! Try the Bible Brief book for an offline experience!Get your free Bible Timeline with the 10 Steps: Timeline LinkSupport the show: Tap here to become a monthly supporter!Review the show: Tap here!Want to go deeper?...Download the Bible Brief App!iPhone: App Store LinkAndroid: Play Store LinkWant a physical book? Check out "Bible Brief" by our founder!Amazon: Amazon LinkWebsite: biblebrief.orgInstagram: @biblelitTwitter: @bible_litFacebook: @biblelitEmail the Show: biblebrief@biblelit.org Want to learn the Bible languages (Greek & Hebrew)? Check out ou...
The founding and development of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints run parallel to the rise of the modern tax system and administrative state. Samuel D. Brunson looks at the relationships between the Church and various federal, state,... The post 895 Sam Brunson – Between the Temple and the Tax Collector appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.