Matthew 23:1-7 Jesus spoke to the people and to His disciples; saying to them the scribes and the Pharisees sit in Moses seat. God tells us to obey their teachings; and do what they ask, but do not do what they do, because they do not practice what they preach. They hold everyone to high standards, but they do not hold themselves to the same standards. Everything they do is for man to see, not to honor God. They walk around with their large leather box containing Hebrew texts on vellum, and long tassels on their garments and they love the place of honor at events and the biggest and most important seat in the synagogue/Church. They love to be greeted like royalty in the marketplace by title. Matthew 23: 13 Woe to you, teachers of the law and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You shut the Kingdom of Heaven in men’s soul, bu false teachings. Not all Spiritual Leaders will enter Heaven, and false teachings hinder those who are trying to.
Lord, bless those You have called to preach the truth of Your Word; so they may draw the people near to You. Father, teach them not to sugar coat Your Word; because the people will receive no conviction or correction. Lord, give them strength to stand on Your Word; without doubt, and fear. Father, keep them humble and in Your will, and give them Your love for the people. Father, let them not think too highly of themselves; so they do not drive Your people away from You. Lord, let them not forget; that You are to be worshipped, not Your servants. Father, help us understand that we are all the same status, to You, servant. Lord, help us to be inward changed men and women; and walk in truth, so we will not be misled. In Jesus name Amen
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