Jesus came to give his righteousness not to condemn the unrighteous.

Grace cannot be confused with righteousness. Grace is receiving what we do not deserve; mercy is not receiving what we do deserve. Righteousness, on the other hand, includes what most of us would consider difficult matters, such as punishment, correction and judgment. It also includes what most of us would consider positive matters, such as the fruit of the Spirit.

Only God is good."

"We can make good works,
We can be called good folks
We can do good,
but we cannot be good.

Better for the judge to see my innocence than for me to think I see it. It is very comfortable for me to know that I am one of God's people—but whether I know it or not, if the Lord knows it,

Without the mess, who treasure the mercy of the Maker?

Mere talents does not give glory to God but a humble heart.