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Isaiah 65:5 · KJV

"Which say, Stand by thyself, come not near to me; for I am holier than thou. These are a smoke in my nose, a fire that burneth all the day."

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Passage Context

3A people that provoketh me to anger continually to my face; that sacrificeth in gardens, and burneth incense upon altars of brick;
4Which remain among the graves, and lodge in the monuments, which eat swine's flesh, and broth of abominable things is in their vessels;
5Which say, Stand by thyself, come not near to me; for I am holier than thou. These are a smoke in my nose, a fire that burneth all the day.
6Behold, it is written before me: I will not keep silence, but will recompense, even recompense into their bosom,
7Your iniquities, and the iniquities of your fathers together, saith the LORD, which have burned incense upon the mountains, and blasphemed me upon the hills: therefore will I measure their former work into their bosom.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do I respond to those I perceive as less holy?

2

What does it mean for me to be humble in my faith?

3

When have I judged others instead of reflecting on my own actions?

Life Application

relationships

Practice humility by acknowledging your own flaws before judging others.

faith

Seek to build bridges with those who are different in their beliefs rather than distancing yourself.

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