Jesus repeatedly clashed with the Pharisees and Sadducees, showing that his focus was on the condition of the human heart, rather than strict adherence to ceremonial laws or man-made traditions.

“The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately sick; who can understand it?”

We may think we are the source of the good aspects of our lives. But if we’ll just stop and remember and meditate, we can come up with a more accurate answer.

Jesus said his followers are to be known for their love. But the struggle against hatred is real.