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He does not receive forgiveness because he is still trying to be "good enough" on his own merit; he strive to be perfect on his own.
In listening obedience to Christ and His Word, we are trusting always in His righteousness and doing what we hear Him say.
Satan, as the accuser, constantly attempts to make us look to our own righteousness.
...there is common to fallen people a terrible passion to be perfect on their own. We need to recognize this for the pride that it is.
Leanne Payne, Restoring the Christian Soul, p141-143.
Labels: Pi, Reflection
