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How do the works of the wicked compare to the works of the righteous?

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The works of the wicked are compared to dust, bringing forth death, while the righteous have peace through faith in Christ (Isaiah 57:20-21).

The contrast between the works of the wicked and the righteous is stark in scripture. The works of the wicked are likened to dust, representing their fruitless efforts to achieve righteousness through self-reliance, which ultimately leads to death (Isaiah 57:20-21). In contrast, the righteous find peace through faith in Christ, whose atoning work fulfills the law and offers true reconciliation with God. This juxtaposition emphasizes that while the wicked may appear morally acceptable, their reliance on their works leaves them spiritually bankrupt.
Scripture References: Isaiah 57:20-21, Romans 7:5

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Restless Wicked
Tim James · Jan 13, 2012
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