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How do we know self-righteousness is wrong?

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Self-righteousness is wrong as it is condemned by scripture, and it leads to deception about one’s true spiritual state before God.

Self-righteousness is addressed in Scripture, showing that it is a major hindrance to genuine faith. Christ's denunciation of the Pharisees reveals that self-righteousness blinds individuals to their sins and builds a false sense of security based on works rather than grace. As depicted in Matthew 5:20, Christ states that true righteousness must exceed that of the scribes and Pharisees, pointing to the necessity of God’s perfect righteousness through faith in Him. This rejection of self-righteousness is crucial because it cultivates awareness of our need for Christ’s atoning work, freeing us from the demands of the law and leading us to true worship and reliance on God's grace.
Scripture References: Matthew 5:20, Luke 11:37-54

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Self-Righteousness
Don Fortner · Sep 7, 2010
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