The Anatomy of Self-Deception

Key 287 of 365

Be careful not to practice your righteousness in front of others to be seen by them.

Matthew 6:1

Are we living with genuine integrity, or are we performing for an audience?

Key 288 of 365

When you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing.

Matthew 6:3–4

Can we do good quietly without needing applause or credit?

Key 289 of 365

When you fast, do not look somber as the hypocrites do.

Matthew 6:16

Why is it so tempting to advertise our personal sacrifices to other people?

Key 290 of 365

Do not judge, or you too will be judged.

Matthew 7:1–2

What if the standard you use to critique others is quietly poisoning your own peace?

Key 291 of 365

First take the plank out of your own eye, and then you will see clearly.

Matthew 7:3–5

Why is it always easier to dissect someone else’s flaws than to admit our own?

Key 292 of 365

Do not give dogs what is sacred; do not throw your pearls to pigs.

Matthew 7:6

How do we balance unconditional compassion with healthy discernment?

Key 293 of 365

Watch out for false prophets. They come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ferocious wolves.

Matthew 7:15–16

Are you evaluating people by their charismatic presentation or by their actual character?

Key 294 of 365

So in everything, do to others what you would have them do to you.

Matthew 7:12

What would change if we treated everyone with the empathy we secretly desire for ourselves?

Key 295 of 365

Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven.

Matthew 7:21

Can a person hold correct religious words while their heart remains completely untouched?

Key 296 of 365

Everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.

Matthew 7:24–25

What foundation is currently holding up your life when cultural storms hit?

Key 297 of 365

Let your ‘Yes’ be ‘Yes,’ and your ‘No,’ ‘No’; anything beyond this comes from the evil one.

Matthew 5:37

Why do we feel the need to spin, posture, and over-promise when simple honesty is enough?