What actions can we take to ensure we are "righteous" in God's eyes? Our Key Verse: Romans 3:22 “And this righteousness from God comes through faith in Jesus Christ to all who believe. There is no distinction.” Righteousness: God’s Gift, Our Response • God declares us righteous the moment we trust Christ (Genesis 15:6; 2 Corinthians 5:21). • Our daily choices either confirm or cloud that standing. Here’s how to walk in a way that pleases Him: Place Faith in Christ Alone • Recognize you can’t earn righteousness (Ephesians 2:8-9). • Rest in what Jesus finished at the cross. • Keep the gospel central to guard against pride or despair. Live a Lifestyle of Repentance and Confession • “Repent, then, and turn back, so that your sins may be wiped away” (Acts 3:19). • Quickly agree with God about sin—no excuses (1 John 1:9). • Celebrate His promised cleansing and move forward in freedom. Obey Because You Love Him • Jesus said, “If you love Me, you will keep My commandments” (John 14:15). • Obedience doesn’t earn salvation; it proves genuine faith (James 2:17). • Start with clear commands: love God, love neighbor, flee immorality, speak truth. Pursue Holiness Through Scripture and Prayer • “All Scripture is God-breathed… for training in righteousness” (2 Timothy 3:16-17). • Daily intake of the Word renews your mind (Psalm 119:9, 11). • Prayer turns information into transformation—ask the Spirit to apply what you read. Walk in Biblical Community • “Let us consider how to spur one another on to love and good deeds” (Hebrews 10:24-25). • Meet regularly with believers for worship, accountability, and encouragement. • Isolation weakens; fellowship sharpens. Practice Justice, Mercy, and Humility • “Act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with your God” (Micah 6:8). • Serve the needy, forgive quickly, treat every person with dignity (Matthew 5:7; 1 John 3:17-18). • These outward actions mirror the righteousness you’ve received. Rely on the Holy Spirit’s Power • “Walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh” (Galatians 5:16). • Ask Him to produce His fruit in you—love, joy, peace, and the rest (Galatians 5:22-23). • Moment-by-moment dependence replaces striving with strength. Daily Checklist □ Trust Christ’s finished work. □ Confess sin immediately. □ Choose obedience out of love. □ Feed on Scripture, pray it back. □ Stay connected to church family. □ Serve others with justice and mercy. □ Lean on the Spirit, not self. Living this way doesn’t earn righteousness—it displays the righteous standing God already credited to you through faith in His Son. |
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