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How do we know hypocrisy is a problem in religion?

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Hypocrisy is highlighted in the Bible as a grave issue where people preach what they do not practice, leading others astray and disconnecting them from the truth of the Gospel.

Jesus' rebuke of the Pharisees includes multiple references to their hypocrisy, pointing out that they preach the law but do not practice it themselves. This creates a misleading representation of God's expectations. He warns that their actions shut others out of the kingdom of heaven, demonstrating the serious implications of living a life contrary to one's teachings. Therefore, a main feature of false religion is this hypocrisy, which ultimately leads to spiritual devastation, both for the hypocrites and their followers.
Scripture References: Matthew 23:13

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