275: The Yeast of the Pharisees, Sadducees, and Herod
What did Jesus mean when He warned His disciples about the “yeast of the Pharisees and Sadducees”? In this episode, Rohan Bell sits down with Jeff Baxter to unpack one of Jesus’ more cryptic sayings. They explore the imagery of yeast, how it spreads, and why Jesus used it to describe hypocrisy, unbelief, and worldliness.
👀 What you’ll discover in this episode...
✅ 🍞 What yeast represents in the Bible — both positively and negatively
✅ 📖 Why Jesus rebuked His disciples for focusing on bread instead of the bigger picture
✅ ⚖️ The dangers of Pharisaical legalism, Sadducean unbelief, and Herodian compromise
✅ 🪞 How to spot “yeast” in our own lives and communities today
✅ 🤝 The importance of accountability and discipleship in removing spiritual corruption
⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 – Introduction and sourdough humour 🍞
02:00 – What is yeast and why does Jesus use it as a metaphor?
04:00 – The disciples miss the point about bread
07:00 – Pharisees, Sadducees, and Herod: three dangerous influences
10:00 – Modern applications: religion, rationalism, and worldliness
13:00 – Pharisees in the church today — judging by appearances
15:00 – Self-examination and accountability in discipleship
🙋♂️ Reflection & Application
Where are you letting “yeast” creep into your life? Is it legalism, unbelief, or compromise? Take some time this week to invite the Holy Spirit — and a trusted friend — to help you identify and remove it.
💬 Share your reflections in the comments. We’d love to hear how you’re walking this out!
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