Remember, Christ is void of all prejudice.

Remember, Christ is void of all prejudice. 

He was no more likely to stereotype all Pharisees than He was to stereotype all who were poor, blind, or ill. Furthermore, He was just as anxious to save them from their sins. The obvious difference was how anxious the individual was to be saved.

Sometimes the blessing in being destitute or depraved is a greater awareness of sin and need. Before we are too harsh in our view of the Pharisees, we are wise to remember that their negative tendencies resemble those of anyone who values religion and ritual over relationship with the Savior.