The parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector, in Luke 18:9-14, is one of Jesus’ famous parables. It’s an immensely helpful parable for rooting out self-righteousness. The problem is we can’t receive its benefits, if we assume we’re not the Pharisee. As you listen, pray for your own heart, that the Lord will reveal any self-righteousness, so that you can put your confidence, not in your own merit, but in the mercy of God. This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on January 11, 2026.