The Righteousness that Exceeds

Summary

The sermon explores the concept of the righteousness that exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees as taught by Jesus in Matthew 5:17-20. It emphasizes that Jesus came not to destroy the law but to fulfill it, providing a perfect righteousness through justification and sanctification necessary to enter the kingdom of heaven. The kingdom of heaven is described as a spiritual, everlasting kingdom accessible only by faith in Christ, who is the bridge to eternal life. The sermon warns against superficial righteousness like that of the Pharisees and calls believers to genuine obedience and growth in holiness.