Jesus vs. the Pharisees

Ed Elliott
Sep 4, 2018 · 3 min read

by Ed Elliott

One of the characteristics of the Pharisees in Jesus’ day was their obsession with pointing out the sins of people and their lack of holiness. The woman caught in adultery and the prostitute who washed the feet of Jesus are just two examples of Pharisees exposing the sins of people and desiring they be dealt with harshly. How did Jesus respond? He neither condemned nor threatened them with God’s wrath and

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Ed Elliott

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author, conference speaker itinerate/missionary who travels the world sharing truths about God’s love. Helping people experience God’s love personally.

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