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How does the truth of the Gospel challenge self-righteousness?

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The Gospel challenges self-righteousness by revealing that no human effort can earn salvation; it is only through faith in Christ that we are justified.

The Gospel confronts self-righteousness by emphasizing that our works, no matter how commendable, cannot secure our standing before God. Romans 3:20 states that by works of the law, no flesh will be justified. This challenges the inherent human tendency to rely on personal merit, as seen in the example of Nicodemus, who had a pious external facade yet lacked true faith in Christ. The message of grace, which insists that salvation is a gift from God through faith in Jesus, strips away all claims to self-sufficiency, ultimately leading believers to humbly depend on Christ alone for their salvation.
Scripture References: Romans 3:20, John 3:36

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