Imago Dei Community The Scandal Of The Kingtom: A Pharisee And A Tax Collector // Luke 18:9-14 - Chris Nye
Jul 28, 2025
This discussion delves into the parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector, spotlighting humility as a foundation for healthy relationships. Personal anecdotes reveal how pride can obstruct communication. The conversation uses a father-son basketball game to demonstrate true humility versus a limited view of greatness. It emphasizes recognizing one's place before God as vital for genuine faith. Reflections on personal experiences in ministry highlight the transformative power of humility and mercy, encouraging a deeper connection with the divine.
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Stuck Couples Need Humility
- Chris Nye recounts sitting with a young couple stuck in mutual blame where both only felt thankful they were not the other person.
- He realized humility was the missing ingredient for reconciliation in relationships after repeated pastoral counseling experiences.
Humility Is The Relationship Life System
- Humility is the life system of every good relationship, not an optional virtue we toggle.
- Jesus contrasts a Pharisee and a tax collector to show humility grants right relation with God while pride blocks it.
Performance Replaces Grace When Proud
- Pride makes us relate to God by our actions rather than receive God by his action.
- An inner Pharisee replaces grace with performance, blocking our ability to be loved by God.
