The Bible teaches that believers should glory only in the Lord Jesus Christ, as all accomplishments and righteousness come from Him alone.
The Bible emphasizes that as born-again believers, we have no grounds for self-glorying. In Romans 15:17, Paul states, 'I have therefore wherever I may glory through Jesus Christ in those things which pertain to God.' This signifies that our boasting should be in what God has done through Christ, highlighting our complete reliance on Him for salvation and righteousness. Paul, an example of humility, acknowledged that any accomplishments in ministry were a result of God's grace at work in him. Thus, all glory should be directed towards Christ alone, upholding the notion that 'we can do nothing apart from Him' (John 15:5).
Scripture References:
Romans 15:17, Philippians 3:7-9, John 15:5, 1 Timothy 3:16, 1 Peter 3:18
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