What does it mean that we are unable to please God on our own?

The scriptures teach that there is none righteous, not even one, and that in our sinful nature, everything we do is tainted with sin. This is emphasized in Romans, where it states that all humans have turned away from God. The theological implication of this is that no amount of religious effort or morality can bring us into favor with God. Our state without Christ is not merely indifferent but hostile, and it is only through the saving grace of Jesus Christ that we can be reconciled to God. Therefore, acknowledging our utter inability is crucial for embracing the divine grace offered through Christ.