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Lesson 17 : The Parable of the Pharisee & the Publican

Lesson 17 : The Parable of the Pharisee & the Publican. The Parable of the Pharisee & Publican: The Background. “Also He spoke this parable to some who trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and despised others” (Luke 18:9).

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Lesson 17 : The Parable of the Pharisee & the Publican

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  1. Lesson 17: The Parable of the Pharisee & the Publican

  2. The Parable of the Pharisee & Publican:The Background “Also He spoke this parable to some who trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and despised others” (Luke 18:9). There was a spirit among men that kept them from drawing near to God. This is a parable of contrasts: The two men The two prayers The two results Luke 18:9-14

  3. The Two Men (categorically) Both went up to the temple to pray The Pharisee Meaning “separated one” – prominent, highly regarded sect of the Jews in Jesus’ day Noted for strict observance of the law (cf. Acts 26:5) Built a wall around the law with their own traditions, binding them on others, making void the law (Mt. 15) Opposed Jesus frequently “Religious show-offs” with tremendous influence Concerned only with the outward, never the inward The Parable of the Pharisee & Publican:The Narrative Luke 18:9-14

  4. The Two Men (categorically) Both went up to the temple to pray The Pharisee The Publican Collected taxes (many taxes) for Roman government Considered traitors (sell outs) by the Jews, thus were a despised group (like Gentiles, harlots & sinners) Notoriously dishonest (often stealing)—folks didn’t know the tax laws) Counted as lowest on social ladder, outcasts, extortioners, villains, resented for their work The Parable of the Pharisee & Publican:The Narrative Luke 18:9-14

  5. The Two Prayers (revealing their hearts) Prayer of the Pharisee (v. 11-12) Reveals his self-trust, trusting his own righteousness Informs God of his goodness (I, I, I, I, I)–what I haven’t done Acknowledges no sin, weakness, need or desire Offers no petition, no intercession or thanks Reveals his contempt/disdain for others Places men into classes – he in one alone, all else in another Views himself as a good man, preferred above others Measured himself by others, blind to own sinfulness Reveals his perception—he doesn’t need God “He prayed with himself” – God not there; it’s a one-man show The Parable of the Pharisee & Publican:The Narrative Luke 18:9-14

  6. The Two Prayers (revealing their hearts) Prayer of the Publican (v. 13) Reveals his reverence (“standing afar off”) Reveals his humility Would not raise his eyes & beat his breast continually in grief Called himself, “the sinner” Reveals his sense of utter helplessness/unworthiness Keenly aware of his own weakness & sinful condition Feels that God owes him nothing Asks only for God’s mercy His prayer is brief (7 words) The Parable of the Pharisee & Publican:The Narrative Luke 18:9-14

  7. The Two Results The Pharisee received nothing He did not ask anything of God (informed of his goodness) He trusted in himself (not ask for help/blessing) He was so full of himself, no room for God Rec’d what came for—to be seen of men (no help/blessing) The Publican was justified He went to pray because he needed to pray Came with a deeply penitent heart Needed to make things right with God Rec’d what came for—justification/forgiven The Parable of the Pharisee & Publican:The Narrative Luke 18:9-14

  8. The Bible tells us what to learn (v. 9, 14b) Jesus warns against self-righteousness & pride Cf. Prov. 16:18; 6:16-19; 3:5-6; Jer. 10:23 Jesus teaches the value of humility Cf. Lk. 14:7-11; 18:14; Jas. 4:10; Mt. 5:3; 20:28; Phil. 2:3-4 Jesus teaches the need for self-examination Cf. Matt. 7:3-5; Luke 9:23; 2 Cor. 13:5 Jesus teaches that morality alone will not save Cf. Acts 10:1-2; 11:13-14; 16:11-15; Matt. 7:21 Jesus teaches the horror of sin & need for mercy Cf. Mt. 5:4; Psa. 38:18; Ezra 9:6; Rom. 7:24; Isa. 59:1-2 The Parable of the Pharisee & Publican:Lessons Luke 18:9-14

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