Source of Righteousness

(Luk 18:9 KJV)  And he spake this parable unto certain which trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and despised others:

(Proverbs 13 also read)

I believe that it is possible to live in an upright, righteous life.  Having said that, I think this verse brings the balance that we need an understanding that concept.  Notice the Jesus is not saying we can’t live a righteous life, He’s saying that trusting in ourselves for our righteousness is futile.

We can live morally.  In fact, it is required.  But what makes it possible is that we have trust in Jesus, we have been filled with the Holy Spirit, and we desire to walk in obedience.  It’s just a side effect of that which keeps us from looking down on others.

So?  Again I say, I didn’t make this up, I read it in the Bible.