Luke 18:9-14
“And he spake this parable unto certain which trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and despised others: Two men went up into the temple to pray; the one a Pharisee, and the other a publican. The Pharisee stood and prayed thus with himself, God, I thank thee, that I am not as other men are, extortioners, unjust, adulterers, or even as this publican. I fast twice in the week, I give tithes of all that I possess. And the publican, standing afar off, would not lift up so much as his eyes unto heaven, but smote upon his breast, saying, God be merciful to me a sinner. I tell you, this man went down to his house justified rather than the other: for every one that exalteth himself shall be abased; and he that humbleth himself shall be exalted.”

What does Luke 18:9-14 mean?
The Bible verse Luke 18:9-14 from the King James Version (KJV) reads: "9 And he spake this parable unto certain which trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and despised others: 10 Two men went up into the temple to pray; the one a Pharisee, and the other a publican. 11…
Read full commentaryDevotionalThe Heart of Humility: A Reflection on Luke 18:9-14
In the Gospel of Luke, especially in Luke 18:9-14, we encounter a profound parable that challenges our notions of righteousness and humility. Jesus tells the story of two men who entered the temple to pray, illustrating the stark contrast between the self-righteous Pharisee and…
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O Sovereign Lord, Almighty Creator and Sustainer of all that exists, we come before You today with hearts full of reverence and humility, reflecting on the profound truths found in Luke 18:9-14. We acknowledge Your holiness, Your perfect righteousness, and Your infinite mercy…
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