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When We Deceive Ourselves | Sermon (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
In this sermon, Fr. Matthias Shehad explores how people often deceive themselves by distorting truth to fit their own desires, using the example of how John the Baptist and Christ were unfairly judged. Fr. Matthias highlights common signs of self-deception, such as applying double standards, ignoring evidence, blaming others for personal failings, renaming sins to avoid responsibility, and believing one is always the exception. He explains the dangers of prioritizing being right over seeking truth and encourages humility, honest self-examination, and genuine confession. Fr. Matthias offers…
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