Self-righteousness is blind to its own hypocrisy

Morning: Psalms 16, 17; Isaiah 3:8-15; I Thessalonians 4:1-12

Evening: Psalm 22; Amos 5:1-17; Luke 20:41 – 21:4

Integrity is measured by actions not words.  The religious leaders whom Jesus confronts expend much time and energy giving instruction to people about what they should believe or do.  But their behaviour does not measure up beside that of the poor widow who gives generously of the little she has.  The religious leaders seek their own benefit when they use their legal expertise to trick the vulnerable.  Next to the rich generosity of the poor widow, the religion of the scribes in their long robes is worthless.  Self-righteousness – either religious or secular – is blind to its own hypocrisy.