Episode 51 - Diagnosing Self-Righteousness with Mike Kotecki

Conversations with Pastors · Apr 10, 2026 · 29m

This conversation cuts to the heart of one of our most persistent spiritual struggles: self-righteousness. The core issue is trusting in ourselves as the moral standard while viewing others with contempt. What makes this so insidious is how it masquerades as spiritual maturity. We can know all the right doctrines, attend church faithfully, and still harbor hearts that elevate ourselves above others. The discussion reveals how self-righteousness destroys love, because when we're focused on others' faults, we're blind to our own. The antidote? Cultivating genuine humility by allowing Scripture…