"Jesus addressed this parable to those who were convinced of their own righteousness and despised everyone else" (Luke 18:9). In this parable, the Lord Jesus Christ tells us about the benefits of undergoing a regular spiritual check-up. It requires humility and honesty. There is no need to fear what changes may happen when we give God permission to enter the wounded areas of our lives. God desires for us to become whole persons who share in the His life and love, and are willing to be a sign of that to others.