Tag: righteousness
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The Righteousness of Faith and Law Explained
The fear of the Lord encompasses both discipline and instruction, highlighting that wisdom is actively attained through correction. True righteousness combines external obedience with internal faith. Without integration of both, worship becomes meaningless. The instruction of wisdom is essential for aligning one’s actions with their faith, ensuring genuine righteousness according to Scripture.
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Righteousness: A Timeless Standard in Faith
The concept of righteousness is anchored in the original Scriptures, remaining unchanged despite modern interpretations. Both the Old and New Testaments affirm the continuity of God’s laws, with Jesus emphasizing adherence to commandments. Righteousness is defined by divine authority, and ignoring these principles risks profaning God’s holiness and sacrifice.
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The Cost of Iniquity
Jesus was speaking to people who believed they had a relationship with Him when He said, “Depart from Me, ye that work iniquity.” To understand the weight of Jesus’s statement (Matthew 7:21-23), we have to look past the English word Iniquity and into the specific Greek word used: anomia. This word serves as a direct…
A Vessel Unto Honour 