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What does the Bible say about the necessity of righteousness?

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The Bible emphasizes that perfect righteousness is required by God for salvation, which cannot be achieved by human effort but is provided through faith in Jesus Christ.

The necessity of righteousness is rooted in God's absolute standard of holiness. In Acts 24, Paul points out to Felix that God demands perfect, absolute righteousness and will accept nothing less. This intrinsic need for righteousness underscores the Gospel's central message: we cannot produce the righteousness needed to stand before a holy God. Instead, it is through faith in Jesus Christ that we receive imputed righteousness. Paul illustrates this throughout his writings, emphasizing that our own works are insufficient for salvation, but that through Christ's obedience and sacrifice, righteousness is established for all who believe.
Scripture References: Acts 24:24-25, Romans 3:21-22

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John Chapman · Nov 25, 2007
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