Receiving the Gift of Righteousness: S2-E26

Living IN Jesus Podcast

Receiving the Gift of Righteousness – Season 2, Episode 26

December 14, 2023 • 14 min

Notes:

Righteousness is the currency needed to access a close relationship with God. However, it is impossible to earn God’s approval through our own efforts. Fortunately, God offers his righteousness as a gift in Jesus Christ.

In this episode, Ross O’Hair and Beau Brezina engage in a transparent discussion, offering valuable insights into the struggles and triumphs of embracing God’s divine gift of righteousness in Christ. Their conversation provides a fresh perspective on moving away from a performance-driven mindset, guiding us toward a more authentic and restful walk with God.

Through personal anecdotes and thoughtful reflections, this episode inspires a deeper understanding of how righteousness transforms our lives, offering freedom from the pressures of perfectionism. As you listen, you will gain practical wisdom on living authentically and experiencing a genuine connection with God through the lens of His incredible gift of righteousness.

Verses:

Philippians 3:9 – “not having a righteousness of my own derived from the Law, but that which is through faith in Christ, the righteousness which comes from God on the basis of faith.”

Romans 3:10 – “as it is written, ‘There is none righteous, not even one.'”

Romans 5:17 – “For if by the transgression of the one, death reigned through the one, much more those who receive the abundance of grace and of the gift of righteousness will reign in life through the One, Jesus Christ.”

Related Resources:

A New Identity sessions found in the Living IN Jesus Study

Outline:

Introduction (0:06)
What is Righteousness? (1:13)
The Need for Righteousness (1:48)
Beau’s Journey of Trying to Earn Righteousness (3:14)
Shifting from Earning to Receiving (5:02)
The Trap of Trying to Earn Righteousness (6:55)
An Example of How Receiving the Gift of Righteousness Helps in Our Daily Lives (7:55)
Resting in God’s Gift of Righteousness (9:35)
Receiving the Gift of Righteousness Leads to Living Righteously (10:32)
Final Takeaway (11:40)