08/30/2026
Can a "good person" go to heaven? In this exposition of Romans 3:10–28, discover why believing you can earn salvation through good deeds or moral living is a dangerous self-deception, and why true salvation comes solely through the imputed righteousness of Jesus Christ.
Many believe that simply being a good person or having a general belief in God is enough to enter heaven. But Scripture paints a radically different picture. In Romans 3, the Apostle Paul makes it clear: "There is none righteous, no, not one." Under God’s Law, every mouth is stopped, and the entire world stands guilty and condemned. If God’s standard is absolute perfection (Matthew 5:48), who then can be saved?
In this teaching, we unpack the glorious transition from the condemnation of the Law to the grace of the Gospel. You will learn:
The Myth of the "Good Person": Why human morality falls infinitely short of God’s holy standard.
The Purpose of the Law: How the Law does not justify us, but reveals our sin and need for a Savior (Romans 3:20).
Alien Righteousness: Why we must receive a righteousness from outside of ourselves—the righteousness of God.
Active vs. Passive Obedience of Christ: How Jesus' 33 years of sinless perfection (His life) and His sacrifice on the cross (His death) provide the complete, imputed righteousness believers need to be justified before God.
Justification by Faith Alone: Why salvation is a free gift received apart from the works of the Law, contrary to works-based religious systems.
If you have ever questioned how a sinner can stand just before a holy God, this sermon will point you away from self-righteousness and direct your faith entirely to Jesus Christ.
Can "Good People" Go to Heaven? | The Truth About Salvation (Romans 3 Explained)
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