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How do we know that self-righteousness is a danger for Christians?

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Self-righteousness is a subtle ailment for Christians, often manifesting in pride and a false sense of merit.

In the teaching from Luke 17:10, Jesus warns against the dangers of self-righteousness by stating that after doing all commanded, we should still view ourselves as unprofitable servants. This mindset counters the natural human inclination to take pride in one’s achievements or righteousness. Many may see self-righteousness in others while being blind to it in themselves. This disease of the soul can lead to disastrous spiritual complacency.

The removal of self-righteousness is essential for salvation, as it requires acknowledging that one has no inherent worth before God. True salvation comes when a person relinquishes any notion of self-merit and rests in the righteousness of Christ alone. The acknowledgment of our unworthiness before God opens the door for His grace, illuminating the reality of our sinfulness and the grace that covers it, as Paul states in 1 Timothy 1:15, recognizing himself as the chief of sinners.

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