In Matthew 23, we come to the climax of the confrontation between the Pharisees and the Messiah. From Jesus’ powerfully strong rebukes in this passage, we gain key insights into the kind of devilish spirit that will keep us from a genuine faith which is pleasing to the Lord.

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