How does God empower Christians to live righteously?

The empowerment for righteous living comes through the indwelling of the Holy Spirit, who transforms believers and leads them in paths of righteousness. Romans 8:11 indicates that the Spirit of God gives life to our mortal bodies and enables us to resist sin. Additionally, the new creation within us, born of God (1 John 3:9), cannot sin as it originates from Christ's righteousness. This divine transformation leads us to seek God earnestly, cling to His word, and rely on His strength, resulting in a life devoted to glorifying Him. Therefore, the process of sanctification is firmly rooted in God's grace, working within us to produce good works.