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Why do people reject the gospel despite being religious?

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People often reject the gospel because they trust in their own righteousness rather than submitting to the righteousness of Christ.

In the message, it is noted that many people display zeal for God, yet they lack the true knowledge of His righteousness, as stated in Romans 10:3. This ignorance leads them to pursue their own means of atonement rather than embracing the gospel's call to rest in Christ's completed work. This persistent reliance on self-righteousness blinds them, making them resistant to the truth. Acknowledging this reality reminds believers of their own past ignorance before they were enlightened and serves as a motivation for praying that God opens the eyes of those still in darkness.
Scripture References: Romans 10:3

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