A stinging condemnation of the Scribes and Pharisees, and of anyone: "They preach but do not practice." (cf. Mt 23: 4). Another translation has it: "Their words are bold, but their deeds are few."
God forbid that anyone say this about us...yet, if we examine ourselves closely and honestly, we see that we are guilty of the same behavior. Discouraging, frustrating, humiliating, yes, but also the door to healing, if we can admit it and go to Jesus for help. Jesus did not place a priority on the forgiveness of sins for nothing. He knew what was in us, and knew how easily we could slide into self-deception and arrogance. It is up to us, especially during this Lenten season, to seek his forgiveness and his help to amend our behavior and keep us humble and aware of our weakness. We cannot remain sinless without him. The "Jesus Prayer" is a good place to start.: "Jesus Christ, Son of the living God, have mercy on me a sinner." It bears frequent repetition, and must come from the heart.
Bro. Rene
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