The Paul Tripp Podcast 1018. Bad Company | Mark 2:13-17
Jan 13, 2026
The discussion dives into the surprising choice of Levi, a despised tax collector, as one of Jesus' closest companions. It challenges the notion of self-righteousness and highlights how our judgments often reflect our own flaws. By exploring Jesus' call to the marginalized, it emphasizes grace over societal expectations. Paul reflects on personal experiences of grace and warns against pride in knowledge and ministry. Ultimately, the message is a call for humility and continuous reliance on God's grace.
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Self-Righteousness Hides In Many Forms
- Self-righteousness is a universal and deadly problem that masquerades in many forms.
- Paul Tripp warns that pride kills spiritual vitality and dims celebration of grace.
Turn Self-Assessment Into Repentance
- Turn personal self-assessment into confession and repentance rather than self-justification.
- Avoid recasting wrongs to soothe your conscience and instead run to grace.
Mark Shows Jesus As Irresistibly Polarizing
- Mark frames Jesus' ministry as polarizing: you must either accept or reject him.
- The narrative shows controversy building toward Jesus' ultimate trial and death.
