He is a reminder to us to follow God always and not to go down the self-righteous path. Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap. For he that soweth to ...

This is why the Bible emphasizes self-control (Titus 1:8). This is why the Holy Spirit graciously produces this fruit within us (Galatians 5:22-23). When Jesus cleanses the temple in John 2, ...