What does it mean to have no confidence in the flesh?
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To have no confidence in the flesh means trusting solely in Christ for our righteousness instead of our works or abilities.
The phrase 'no confidence in the flesh' signifies a total reliance on Christ for righteousness rather than any human effort. Philippians 3:3 contrasts those who place confidence in their flesh with true believers who worship God in the Spirit and rejoice in Christ Jesus. Flesh represents human effort, achievements, and attempts to comply with the law to earn favor with God. However, Scripture makes it clear that it is by faith in Christ alone we find justification. The heart of the gospel message is that our righteousness is not rooted in our performance but in Christ's obedience and sacrifice. Embracing this truth leads to liberation from self-reliance and allows for genuine faith and obedience stemming from love.
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