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  1. This was a very interesting discussion. Thank you. In addition it comes to my mind that the Pharisees are trying to cure an artificial uncleanliness with an artificial act of cleansing to arrive at an artificial cleanliness with an artificial righteousness. In opposition to these man-made measures Christ is pointing out a deep seated uncleanliness located within heart and mind (Luke 11:37-39). Only a restoring act of the creator would bring about a change of this sad condition (Luke 11:40). The restoration of a heart full of mercy and love of God would result in acts of love and mercy (Luke 11:41). This new condition would render those artificial rites of cleansing needless (Luke 11:41). Is there any message for today? Any action bypassing Gods cleansing operation within our hearts and minds would bring about an artificial rithteousness ( Isaiah 64:6).

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    Winfried Stolpmann

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At a camp meeting 40 years later, I happened to see Dr. I. demonstrating some kind of health product, if I remember correctly. (In my mind, I see only the image of him, much older, but still looking much like he did when I was a student, with a friend by my side.) I lingered a little but did not introduce myself. I briefly wondered whether he recognized me. I’m fairly sure that I was as recognizable to him as he was to me.

Had he changed? Or did he still feel superior in his “humility”? Should I talk to him? I didn’t know how to approach him, and was busy with friends. I still don’t know whether I should have said something. (Maybe I’m just a coward.)

If God wants him to see my story, his and my identity are clear enough in this post, that God can direct him to it.