2026 Feb 15th - Afternoon Sermon Reflection：Righteousness in Christ
Righteousness in Christ
How often do we try to earn God’s approval with our own goodness? Helping others, going to church, trying to live a “good life”—all of these efforts, though well-intentioned, cannot make us righteous before a perfectly holy God.
The Bible tells us that righteousness is not something we can achieve on our own. Abraham, the father of faith, was counted righteous because of his trust in God, not because of his flawless life. Paul, with all his discipline and religious accomplishments, realized that without Christ, all his efforts were worthless in God’s eyes.
The good news is this: Christ Himself becomes our righteousness. Salvation is not about personal goodness; it’s about trusting in Jesus, who covers our sins and makes us right before God. Faith is the instrument through which we receive this gift—it’s the hand that reaches out to Christ, not the source of righteousness itself.
Once we believe, we are fully accepted in Christ. This freedom allows us to live obediently, not to earn approval, but out of love and gratitude. Every good work, every act of service, flows from the righteousness we have already received, not from striving to earn it.
Key Takeaways:
- Righteousness comes from Christ alone.
- Faith is the means, not the source of righteousness.
- Human efforts cannot justify us before God.
- Living in Christ brings freedom, love, and a desire to honor God.
Let us rest in this truth today: our acceptance with God is not dependent on what we do, but on what Christ has already done for us.
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