~~~ Romans 2:1-11 ~~~ Psalm 62 ~~~ Luke 11:42-46 ~~~
...the just judgment of God,
who will repay everyone according to his works...
who will repay everyone according to his works...
The Pharisees were noted for their strict observance of the rules and the laws.
They appointed themselves as the judges and the jury of the Jewish people.
...affliction and distress will come upon everyone
who does evil...
who does evil...
The Pharisees buried themselves in the details.
They were so focused on the letter of the law that they
lost their way to God.
They became hideous in the eyes of Jesus.
Woe to you Pharisees!
Superfluous!
The Pharisees were creating so many rules and laws
that they have missed the point.
They were so far away from reality.
They ignored the real issues of the people.
They were more concerned about those things that were non essential.
They bring the tiny fragrant sprigs of mint as their offering.
They glory in being seated in the places of honor.
Woe to you Pharisees!
Jesus tells them they are foul because they have confused the people.
They have led the people in the wrong direction.
They have not practiced nor taught the people how to love God.
The Pharisees were puffed up with their own sense of righteousness.
They puffed up their own egos to the exclusion of really loving God.
None of this will impress God.
God sees through all exterior facades
right into their hearts and minds.
There is no partiality with God.
Nothing you say or do will impress God.
He sees all that is good and all that is bad in your life
and he alone will judge accordingly.
Blessings come in doing good toward all people.
God rewards those who live in love.
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