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What does the Bible say about coming to God with sin?

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The Bible teaches that we come to God as guilty sinners, seeking mercy, just as Joshua did in Zechariah 3.

In Zechariah 3, Joshua the high priest represents every redeemed child of God, coming before the Lord in filthy garments. This imagery illustrates that all sinners approach God in their guilt, seeking mercy without any pretense or demand. The narrative emphasizes that everyone who comes to Christ seeking free mercy will find it, affirming the New Testament's teaching that our approach to God must be marked by humility and acknowledgment of our sinfulness. Like Joshua, we must come recognizing our unworthiness and seeking grace, exemplifying the essence of faith that relies entirely on Christ's redemptive work rather than our own righteousness.
Scripture References: Zechariah 3:3-4

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