This is a familiar parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector. In this parable we see two men who go to the Temple to pray. Only one leaves justified. This parable may even be a little too familiar to some of us, and too often gives us a false sense of comfort rather than the gracious discomfort Jesus intended.
The Pharisee & the Tax Collector
Luke 18:9-14
April 3, 2016 • Pastor Bill Riedel
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This text brings us to Jesus' last night with His disciples. After they had shared a meal together and reflected on the Passover they heard from Jesus that a New Covenant was coming in His body and blood. Luke 22:23-38 shows some final conversation and instructions from Jesus. Like any good holiday meal, there was some tension and argument around the table. There is a lot for us to learn as we look to hear the words of Jesus, though, and see ourselves in the disciples.
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This text brings us to the Upper Room and the Last Supper Jesus would have with His disciples. We will take time to understand more fully what it means that Jesus is the ultimate Passover lamb. We will also see how the meal that Jesus instituted then has carried through to the church today.