In this sermon, Pastor West reflects on God's grace, contrasting self-righteousness with humility through the parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector in Luke 18:9. The Pharisee embodies pride and judgment, seeking praise for his religious deeds, while the tax collector humbly pleads for mercy as a sinner. Pastor West warns against self-righteousness and materialism, emphasizing the importance of repentance and seeking God's mercy with sincerity. The message concludes with a call to extend mercy to others, deepen understanding of God's grace, and live in gratitude and love.