Bernard Fell preaches on the parable of the proud Pharisee and the humble Publican in Luke 18:14, emphasizing the importance of humility before God. He contrasts the self-righteousness of the Pharisee with the repentant heart of the Publican, showing that true justification comes from a contrite spirit. God exalts those who humble themselves before Him, while He abases the proud in heart and ways, revealing that our true nature is seen clearly in God's sight.

Every one that exalteth himself shall be abased; and he that humbleth himself shall be exalted. Luke 18:14 Two men resort to Temple court With one desire to pray; From diff'rent walks of life they came By chance to meet that day. The proud, self-righteous Pharisee With feigned lips drew nigh; His heart from God was far away, And heav'n heard not his cry. The Publican afar off stood With mournful, downcast eyes; Upon a trembling breast he smote-- "Here, Lord, the trouble lies!" Yea, more than mercy he besought, His plea could never fail, "For me, a sinner in Thy sight, O let the blood avail." Which of the twain was justified Before God's holy throne? 'Twas he with broken, contrite heart; Jesus the truth made known. The humble sinner who repents, God from the pit will raise; But He will punish and abase The proud in heart and ways. We are, you see, just what we are In God's unsullied light; Not what we say, or do, or pray, In man's oft clouded sight!