In this episode, Gary Wilkerson and Joshua West discuss the parable of the pharisee and the tax collector. They emphasize the need for humility and repentance before God, rather than self-righteousness. The tax collector, who humbled himself, went home justified before God. However, they caution against remaining in a state of defeat as a Christian. Rather, we should walk in the joy, peace and victory that comes from finding our identity in Christ's righteousness alone. This requires both a renewing of our mind with God's truth and allowing God's love to transform our hearts.

Key Points from the Podcast

•    Humility and repentance, not self-righteousness, justify us before God.
•    As Christians, we should not remain in a state of defeat but walk in Christ's victory.
•    We need both a renewed mind and transformed heart to experience the joy, peace and power of the Christian life.
•    Our identity must be rooted in Christ's righteousness, not our own accomplishments or failures.
•    As we are filled with God's love and grace, that should overflow to others.


Bible Verses References in the Podcast

Luke 18:9-14, Romans 8

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About Joshua West

Joshua West serves as the Church Leadership Network Director at World Challenge helping equip and empower pastors all over the world. Joshua’s desire is to raise up ministers who will correctly and boldly preach the word with passion and integrity. The point of all his work and writings is to preach the gospel, glorify God and to teach sound doctrine.  
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