Artificial Righteousness

By: Mike Mazzalongo     Posted: Wed. Nov 19th
Discussion Questions
  1. Why do you think Jesus chose marriage and divorce as His example to expose Pharisaic hypocrisy?
  2. What are some modern ways Christians might create 'loopholes' to excuse sin today?
  3. How can believers guard against practicing artificial righteousness in their own lives?
Sources
  • The Holy Bible, NASB 1995
  • ChatGPT (Artificial Righteousness, Luke 16:18 discussion) – 9/19/2025
  • Matthew Henry, Commentary on the Whole Bible
  • Craig S. Keener, The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament
  • Leon Morris, The Gospel According to Luke (NICNT)
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