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Jan 17, 2024 · The righteousness of Christ is imputed to us when we are saved, yet it is also something we are called to pursue. We are called to live for righteousness. To live for righteousness means we wholeheartedly realize that sin does not please God. Because of this, we pursue holiness instead of sinfulness in our thoughts, words, and actions.
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To be righteous is to be right with God. A heart that is...
- What is Righteousness
The Greek New Testament word for “righteousness” primarily...
- Imputed
Paul puts it this way: “For our sake [God] made [Jesus] to...
- Pursue
Proverbs 12:28. ESV In the path of righteousness is life, and in its pathway there is no death. NIV In the way of righteousness there is life; along that path is immortality. NASB In the way of righteousness there is life, And in its pathway there is no death. CSB There is life in the path of righteousness, and in its path there is no death.
Mar 30, 2024 · Living for righteousness according to 1 Peter 2:24 means: Living a life that aligns with God’s will and character. Putting off our old selves and putting on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness. Abstaining from sinful desires. Doing good and showing love to those around us.
Proverbs 12:28 There is life in the path of righteousness, but another path leads to death. In the way of righteousness there is life; along that path is immortality. The way of the godly leads to life; that path does not lead to death. In the path of righteousness is life, and in its pathway there is no death.
Jan 18, 2024 · Righteousness (right standing with God) can only be received by faith. Consider these scriptures: Romans 10:10 With the heart man believes unto righteousness and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. Ephesians 4:24 Put on the new man which is created in righteousness and true holiness. II Corinthians 5:21 God made Him (Jesus) to be ...
Proverbs 12:28. In the way of righteousness is life, &c. — The practice of righteousness, though it expose a man to some dangers and inconveniences in the world, through the corruption of mankind, and the malice of the devil, yet it will certainly lead a man to life and happiness; whereas the end of all the wicked is death and destruction.
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Oct 5, 2023 · God leads us in paths of righteousness because He is a righteous shepherd: “For you are my rock and my fortress,” David acknowledged, “and for your name’s sake you lead me and guide me” (Psalm 31:3, ESV). In Psalm 5:8, David prayed, “Lead me, LORD, in your righteousness because of my enemies—make your way straight before me.”