Text: Matthew 6:1-8
In Matthew 6, Jesus was fully aware that the religious influence of the Pharisees was misleading many people. Because of their religious and “righteous” conduct, they were convinced they were in a right relationship with God, but their “righteousness” was a manmade form that was only skin deep. This message explains Jesus’ powerful warning about the deceptiveness of our outward appearances, even when we are committed to good things. He calls us to take intentional time to examine our hearts to make sure that we are truly in a right relationship with Him and that this is the motive for our actions. We invite you to listen today and to carefully consider the three probing questions presented.