What is righteousness? - GotQuestions.org
2022年1月4日 · What is righteousness? Dictionaries define righteousness as “behavior that is morally justifiable or right.”. Such behavior is characterized by accepted standards of morality, justice, virtue, or uprightness. The Bible’s standard of human righteousness is God’s own perfection in every attribute, every attitude, every behavior, and every ...
What does it mean to live for righteousness (1 Peter 2:24)?
2024年1月17日 · 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.
What does it mean to pursue righteousness? | GotQuestions.org
2022年1月4日 · To pursue righteousness means we must recognize that we cannot please God in our sinful state (Romans 8:8). We turn from trying to justify ourselves by our good deeds and instead seek the mercy of God. We desire that He transform our minds (Romans 12:2) and conform us “to the image of His Son” (Romans 8:29).
Why did Jesus say the disciples’ righteousness needed to exceed …
2022年9月23日 · The disciples’ righteousness needed to exceed the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees (Matthew 5:20). The prophets had explained that God’s eternal heavenly kingdom would one day come to earth and from then on God would dwell on earth with humanity.
What is the fruit of righteousness in Philippians 1:11?
2022年1月4日 · Proverbs 11:30 uses the same turn of phrase as Paul does: “The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, and the one who is wise saves lives.”. Galatians 5:22–23 helps explain the fruit that God produces in us: “The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control.”.
What are the weapons of righteousness in 2 Corinthians 6:7?
2022年1月4日 · Our protective gear includes the breastplate of righteousness, the helmet of salvation, and the shield of faith, plus one offensive weapon, our sword, the Word of God (verse 17). We, the church, are to be on the offense, God’s army against whom the gates of hell cannot prevail (Matthew 16:18). War is marked by death.
What is the sun of righteousness (Malachi 4:2)? - GotQuestions.org
2022年10月24日 · Answer. The phrase “the sun of righteousness” appears in Malachi 4:2: “But for you who revere my name, the sun of righteousness will rise with healing in its wings. And you will go out and leap like calves released from the stall.”. This blessing is promised to those who fear the Lord and are ready for His return.
What is the breastplate of righteousness (Ephesians 6:14)?
2024年9月5日 · The breastplate of righteousness refers to the righteousness purchased for us by Jesus at the cross (2 Corinthians 5:21). At salvation, a “breastplate” is issued to each repentant sinner. It is specially designed by God to protect our heart and soul from evil and deception. Our own righteous acts are no match for Satan’s attacks (Isaiah ...
What did Jesus mean when He said it was time to fulfill all ...
2024年10月17日 · Jesus later explained that John was one of the witnesses to His Messiahship (John 5:33–35). When Jesus said it was time to fulfill all righteousness (Matthew 3:15), He understood it was time for John’s ministry to be stamped as authentic and for the Messiahship of Jesus to be affirmed by John the Baptist, the Holy Spirit, and God the Father.
What is the difference between righteousness and holiness?
2022年1月4日 · So, righteousness is the condition of being proven or declared morally excellent, while holiness is the condition of being consecrated or dedicated to moral excellence. Think of it this way: a ballerina who dances for the New York City Ballet has been declared good enough to be part of that company. From a young age, she has set herself apart ...