It can be difficult to confess sin because it requires you to give up your pride. The Pharisee in Jesus’ parable is proud, but it is the tax collector who confesses his sin who finds mercy.
Confession
Bible Class
March 27, 2022 • Pastor Paul Horstmeyer • Luke 18:9–14
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Secrecy
April 3, 2022 • Pastor Paul Horstmeyer • Matthew 6:1–6
So often, we conceal the things we should reveal – like our sin in confession – and reveal the things we should conceal – like our righteous acts. Jesus invites us to give up boasting and do our best work in secret. These are the works that God honors.