In this eye-opening sermon, we explore a startling statistic: 85% of people view Christians as hypocritical, even though 84% of them personally know someone who claims to be a Christian. Is there a difference between claiming to be a Christian and truly living as one? Only 15% believe there is. The term "hypocrite" originates from a Greek theatrical term meaning "to answer from under a mask," signifying an actor or a pretender. Jesus condemns such hypocrisy in Matthew 23, where he criticizes religious leaders who impose strict rules but don't follow them, love public praise, twist God's laws for personal gain, and focus on appearances rather than true righteousness. This sermon will uncover how to avoid these pitfalls by aiming to impress God, not people, and valuing genuine faith over superficiality. Join us as we strive to live authentically, aligning our actions with our beliefs.
