The Idolatry of Legalism (Mark 7:1–8) — A Sermon by R.C. Sproul

Summary

This sermon focuses on Jesus confronting the Pharisees and scribes in Mark 7 about their adherence to man-made traditions over God's commands. It highlights how these religious leaders, like the hypocrites described by Isaiah, honored God with their lips but not their hearts. The practical takeaway is to examine our own lives for similar self-righteousness and prioritize true devotion to God over external rituals.