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14 Αυγ 2021 · Matthew 23:1-12 Reflection: Humility and Service. A reading from the gospel according to Matthew 23:1-12. 1 Jesus spoke to the crowds and to his disciples, 2 saying, “The scribes and the Pharisees have taken their seat on the chair of Moses.
1 Νοε 2017 · The warning Jesus issued in Matthew 23:1-12 is the same: “Do as they say (for, after all, they sit on Moses’ seat), but not as they do.” In many synagogues of Jesus’ time, a stone seat at the front of the building provided the first century equivalent of a pulpit.
5 Νοε 2017 · The Exaltation of Humility in Matthew 23:1-12. “Whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted” (St. Matthew 23:12 ESV). Are we who we portray ourselves to be? And does it matter?
23 Φεβ 2016 · Tuesday of the Second Week of Lent – Matthew 23:1-12. Today Jesus is being very critical of the Pharisees and the scribes. First, Jesus tells his listeners that they should observe the teachings of the Pharisees. He has no problem with their teaching because their teachings are correct.
In verses 1-12, Jesus speaks to His disciples within the ear-shot of the gathered multitudes, and warns them not to follow the hypocritical practices of the scribes and Pharisees. Then, in verses 13-36, we read of the "woes" He speaks directly upon the scribes and Pharisees themselves.
In Matthew 23:1-12, Jesus provides us with profound insights into Christian discipleship and spiritual growth. It’s a reminder that our faith should be authentic, characterized by humility and a willingness to serve.
2 Νοε 2023 · Humility – Matthew 23:1-12. Intro: In the 2004 Olympics, Matt Emmons was competing in the 50-meter three-position rifle event and was just one shot away from winning the gold medal. As he took his position to fire the final shot, all he had to do was hit the target. He did just that.
