What does the Bible say about righteousness and holiness?
Answered in 2 sources
The Bible teaches that righteousness entails both imputed and practical holiness, demonstrated through the fruits of righteous living as a reflection of one's faith in Christ.
Righteousness, according to the Scriptures, can be seen in several dimensions: imputed righteousness from Christ at justification, a new principle of righteousness imparted at regeneration, and practical righteousness manifested in a believer's life through sanctification. The New Testament highlights the need for believers to display fruits of righteousness, which are defined by obedience and conformity to God's law as a demonstration of their faith in Jesus Christ (Philippians 1:11, Matthew 12:33). Holiness encompasses both the positive acts of righteousness and the negative aspect of avoiding sin, forming a complete picture of what it means to be a child of God.
Commentary