Matthew 5:20

²⁰For I tell you that unless your righteousness exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.

— Matthew 5:20

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Righteousness!

Devo: What Jesus Did!

"[Jesus continued:] "But I warn you — unless your righteousness is better than the righteousness of the teachers of religious law and the Pharisees,..."

Going Deeper than the Old Commands

Devo: A Year with Jesus

"Dear Precious One, Today's message is very important because many in your religious world turn grace into an excuse to do whatever they want rather....."

Cross References for Matthew 5:20

• Romans 10:2-3
• Philippians 3:9
• Romans 9:30-32
• Luke 16:14-15
• Matthew 23:2-5
• John 3:3-5
• Matthew 23:23-28
• Hebrews 12:14
• 2 Corinthians 5:17
• Matthew 7:21

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