Matthew 23:13-39 - Condemnation of the Pharisees - 2 ~ Part 1

The Epic Life - Bob Hallman · Mar 24, 2026 · 28m

There have always been (and will be) leaders like this in the church:

In the OT, God repeatedly confronted Israel’s corrupt leadership - Ezekiel 34

In the NT, Jesus warned of “false prophets who come in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly are ravenous wolves.” - Matt 7:15

Paul warned the elders that “from among yourselves men will rise up, speaking perverse things, to draw away the disciples after themselves - Acts 20:30

Theme of this passage:

The scribes and Pharisees are identified as religious bullies!

Jesus stands up to them as the Deliverer and Champion of the church!

(2014)

May God bless you…