Scripture: Proverbs 20:1-12
“Indeed, there is not a righteous man on earth who always does good and who never sins” Ecclesiastes 7:20 (AMP)
The overconfident and self-righteous Christian is a source of constant offense to God (Proverbs 8:13). He is also a discouragement to other believers because they will find it difficult to relate with him due to his claim of perfection. When Christians act self-righteous, they push others away because their lifestyle appears unattainable and unrealistic.
The scripture declares that self-righteousness is a sin (1 John 1:8) because such a believer will not depend on God but will rely on his ability and strength. Any believer who believes he can succeed by his own strength is at risk of eventual downfall (1 Corinthians 10:12). Every Christian has weaknesses which can only be overcome daily by the grace of God for the strength of God is made perfect in our weakness (2 Corinthians 12:8-9).
As a believer, you are a leader destined to lead many to God. So do not walk around ascribing holiness to yourself, laying down rules and instructions that neither you nor anyone else can live by; essentially rendering the Gospel ineffective (Mark 7:13; Matthew. 23:4). Have you fallen into this vice? If you ignorantly portrayed yourself as righteous-than-thou, repent of it now. Every believer is walking towards perfection by God’s grace. Encourage them through your support and prayers that they would be led by the Spirit and walk in God’s righteousness.
PRAYER: Lord, wash away every stain of self-righteousness from my life now in Jesus name.
FAITH BYTE: I am free from overconfidence in my walk with God and He blesses me as I serve Him in sincerity.
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