What is the significance of coming to Christ empty?

When sinners approach Christ empty, they acknowledge their total inability to achieve righteousness on their own. This reflects a heart that is truly contrite and ready to receive God's grace without relying on personal merit or works. The narrative of Joseph's brothers illustrates this; when they attempted to buy grain with money, they were rebuffed initially. It was only when they came back without any means to earn their bread that they were able to receive it freely. Likewise, Christ invites those who are weary and burdened to come to Him for rest, emphasizing the necessity of coming in a state of spiritual poverty in order to receive the riches of His grace.