False religion can be a trap, making people feel spiritually alive while being utterly lost. Jesus Christ warned against trusting experiences, traditions, or good works for salvation, emphasizing the importance of a genuine relationship with him. The problem of religion is not new, and Jesus spoke scathingly against the Pharisees and other religious professionals of his day, calling them white-washed tombs, full of hypocrisy and lawlessness. Today, many churches and individuals are at risk of falling into the same trap, prioritizing external appearances over true spiritual life.
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