How do we know that human righteousness is not enough for God?
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Human righteousness is inadequate because it is described as 'filthy rags' in God's sight according to Isaiah 64:6.
The Bible clarifies that human righteousness fails to meet God's perfect standard. Isaiah 64:6 illustrates this by stating, 'But we are all as an unclean thing, and all our righteousnesses are as filthy rags.' This indicates that no matter how morally upright one may appear in comparison to others, it is meaningless in the eyes of a holy God. Our best deeds, when measured against divine holiness, are insufficient for justification. Christ's ministry underscores this reality—those perceived as righteous according to human standards often fail to recognize their need for salvation and repentance.
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