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Why is self-righteousness a barrier to salvation?

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Self-righteousness leads people to believe they can earn their way to heaven, which ultimately prevents them from coming to Christ.

Self-righteousness is fundamentally flawed; it causes individuals to trust in their own merits rather than in Christ's sacrifice for sin. Jesus emphasized that He came not to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance (Matthew 9:13), illustrating that those who think themselves righteous are often blind to their need for grace. The way to enter the kingdom is to renounce self-righteousness and come with a humble acknowledgment of one’s sinfulness, seeking mercy through faith in Christ alone.
Scripture References: Matthew 9:13, Romans 3:10-12, Luke 18:10-14, Luke 18:18-30, Romans 10:3

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What shall I do?
Mike Baker · Sep 25, 2022
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