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Home » Sermons » Matthew 23:25-26 Cleaning the Wrong Side of the Cup

Matthew 23:25-26 Cleaning the Wrong Side of the Cup

August 24, 2025 By Matthew Cooke Leave a Comment

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From the outside looking in, the scribes and Pharisees  performed all the external shows of righteousness imaginable; with lengthened tassels, broadened phylacteries, scholarly robes, prominent seats, & respectful greetings in the marketplace. But they neglected the internal holiness that God requires; justice, mercy, and faithfulness. Listen as Pastor Matt warns against cleaning only the externals (the only part men can see), while neglecting the heart, which God sees perfectly and will surely judge.

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