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yeast of the Pharisees

The Yeast of the Pharisees: A Warning Against Corrupt Influence

Matthew 16:5–12 discusses the yeast of the Pharisees, a metaphor Jesus uses to warn his disciples. A little deception goes a long way if you don’t stay spiritually sharp. The yeast of the Pharisees represents this deception that permeates slowly. In this next interaction, Jesus issues a powerful warning about the unseen but dangerous influence of false […]