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Plant Lady. Soccer Mom. Sourdough Baker. It doesn’t take much for us to tie our identities to something we do instead of who we belong to. And we can easily start looking to those things—not to Christ—to give us worth. In this week’s episode of The Deep Dish, Courtney and Melissa talk about self-righteousness, tribalism, and how we can recognize when we’re relying on ourselves rather than the gospel. Listen below or wherever you get your podcasts.

If this hits close to home, you’ll also appreciate Making Sense of Us, a 7-week video curriculum that explores the narratives that promise meaning and purpose yet ultimately fall short. And it shows how the one true story of the gospel offers a better identity and satisfies our deepest longings.

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Recognizing Our Own Marks of Righteousness

Our righteousness comes from Jesus, but we often take pride in our own practices and habits. This week’s episode of The Deep Dish covers tribalism and what happens when debatable issues are treated as primary.

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Discussion Questions

1. What are some things that come to mind (such as good practices or habits) that can quietly become a source of pride?

2. In what ways do you notice self-righteousness creep into Christian community in subtle or socially acceptable ways?

3. Are there particular areas of obedience or conviction where you feel tempted to compare yourself with others? What might that reveal about your heart?

4. In Philippians 3:4–10, Paul calls his impressive spiritual résumé “rubbish” compared with knowing Christ. What does this passage teach us about the difference between our righteousness and Christ’s righteousness?

5. Why do you think it can be so easy to trust in our own efforts rather than resting in Christ’s righteousness?

6. What are some red flags in your thoughts, attitudes, or conversations that might signal self-righteousness creeping in?

7. How can Christian communities encourage holiness and obedience without creating an atmosphere of pride, comparison, or tribalism?

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