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by: Debbie Galyen

03/17/2025

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“Beware of the leaven of the Pharisees and Sadducees” (v11). While the disciples were distracted by concerns about daily needs (v5), Jesus said that they were facing bigger threats than skipping a meal. Jesus cared about their physical needs (he multiplied bread twice, v9) but he was even more concerned about their hearts. He did not want them to fall into the hypocrisy or pride of the religious leaders, who demanded “a sign from heaven” (v1), as if Jesus needed their approval. 

“You are the Christ, the Son of the living God” (v16). Having “faith” in Jesus as God’s Son, the Messiah King, means leaving behind our pride and self-idolatry to fully embrace his ways, his pattern, and his authority. 

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“Beware of the leaven of the Pharisees and Sadducees” (v11). While the disciples were distracted by concerns about daily needs (v5), Jesus said that they were facing bigger threats than skipping a meal. Jesus cared about their physical needs (he multiplied bread twice, v9) but he was even more concerned about their hearts. He did not want them to fall into the hypocrisy or pride of the religious leaders, who demanded “a sign from heaven” (v1), as if Jesus needed their approval. 

“You are the Christ, the Son of the living God” (v16). Having “faith” in Jesus as God’s Son, the Messiah King, means leaving behind our pride and self-idolatry to fully embrace his ways, his pattern, and his authority. 

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