The Righteous

Introduction:

As children of God, we understand ours is a sinful society.  The solution to our society’s problems lies not in entertainment, pleasure, or pop psychology; but in the gospel of Jesus Christ.  (Romans 1:16-17)  Since “righteousness exalts a nation; but sin is a reproach to any people.” (Proverbs 14:34) We need to come to an understanding of what righteousness truly is.

Body:

I.  The Meaning of Righteousness

· What is right; justice; the act of doing what is in agreement with God’s standards; the state of being in proper relationship with God?

· The state of justification is due to the forgiveness of sins.  (Philippians 3:9-10, Romans 5:8-9)

· The gospel reveals how God forgives sinners and makes them righteous.  (Romans 1:16-17)

· This righteousness is possible because of Christ.  (Romans 4:25, Romans 5:18)

II. Must Exceed that of Scribes and Pharisees

· Matthew 5:20

· Matthew 23 What was their righteousness like?

“Say and do not” (Matthew 23:1-4)

“Neglect parts of God’s law” (Matthew 23: 23-24)  They obeyed what they wanted, then neglected the rest.

“Appeared holy but were corrupt.”  (Matthew 23: 27-28)

· Our righteousness must exceed theirs.

Private and public lives must be consistent. (Mark 4:22)

 Faith must be accompanied by works.  (James 2:14-17)

 Make an effort to observe all of God’s commands.  (James 2:10)

III. Must Hunger and Thirst after Righteousness

· Matthew 5:8

· “Hunger and thirst” shows a strong desire.  (Luke 13:23-24)

· Declaration of Independence  grants the right to the pursuit of happiness.

· We must have an intense longing after righteousness, passionate concern for having a right relationship with Jehovah.  (Psalm 42:1-2)

· Long for justification that the gospel offers.  Be willing to meet the conditions necessary to obtain it.

· “Shall be filled” implies complete satisfaction; receive what they have hungered for.

 Conclusion:

 Each of us should possess this strong, passionate desire for righteousness.

 Bobby Stafford

January 20, 2013

 

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