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Stop Pretending to Myself

  Me? Pretend to myself? You bet! I tell myself, “I’m not so bad.” I look for the worst in others and think I look good in comparison. Jesus had strong words for folks like me. Matthew 7:5 (NLT) Hypocrite! … Continue reading

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Let’s [Not] Pretend

  I learned something new this week — the word “hypocrite” comes from hypokritēs in Greek, meaning a stage actor.   Jesus had harsh words for religious leaders who pretended to be righteous. Matthew 23:27-28 (NLT) Hypocrites! For you are … Continue reading

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