Two Prayers - One Answered and One Not

Summary

The sermon contrasts two prayers from Jesus's parable: the Pharisee's self-righteous prayer and the publican's humble plea for mercy. It emphasizes that God values humility and sincere confession over pride and self-exaltation in prayer. The publican's prayer was justified and answered by God, while the Pharisee's was not. The message encourages believers to approach God with humility and seek His mercy rather than boasting of their own righteousness.