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What does the Bible say about righteousness exceeding that of the Pharisees?

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The Bible states that one's righteousness must exceed that of the Pharisees to enter the kingdom of heaven (Matthew 5:20).

In Matthew 5:20, Jesus declares, 'For I say unto you, that except your righteousness shall exceed the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, ye shall in no case enter into the kingdom of heaven.' The righteousness of the Pharisees was outward and based on legalistic adherence to the law, which cannot suffice before a holy God. Instead, true righteousness must come from God through faith in Christ, who fulfills the law perfectly on our behalf and grants us righteousness that surpasses mere human effort.
Scripture References: Matthew 5:20

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