How can we seek righteousness according to the Bible?

Seeking righteousness is an integral part of the Christian life, as emphasized in several biblical texts. In Zephaniah 2:3, the prophet exhorts the meek to 'seek righteousness' as a response to understanding God's judgment. This pursuit is fulfilled in the New Testament in Romans 1:17, which states, 'For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, The just shall live by faith.' This indicates that righteousness is not achieved through works but rather through faith in Jesus Christ, who becomes our righteousness. Matthew 6:33 further affirms this call: 'But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.' The righteousness we seek reflects God’s character and is granted to us by grace through faith, making it fully accessible to those who earnestly pursue it.