Jesus declares that entry into the kingdom of heaven rests upon a righteousness that exceeds all outward obedience. Drawing from Matthew 5:13–20 and the writings of the Apostle Paul, this article centers on Christ as the fulfillment of the law and the source of the righteousness credited to all who believe.
Blessed Are They Who Hunger and Thirst
Those who hunger and thirst for the righteousness that cannot be produced by human effort will most surely be satisfied.
The Poor in Spirit
So many in religion think themselves "rich, increased with goods and in need of nothing!" Believing all is well between them and God, they suppose their acceptance is based on personal religious goodness. They assume everything to be fine, knowing not they are wretched, miserable, poor, blind and naked.
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