It is said that righteousness is the key to life. I’ve always struggled with this word because it seemed judgy or pompous. But in wrestling with its definition as defined in its deeper spiritual meaning, I’m learning that righteousness is the quality of being right in the eyes of God, including character (nature), conscience (attitude), conduct (action), and command (word). Righteousness is, therefore, based upon God’s standard because He is the ultimate Lawgiver (Isaiah 33:22)
A wise person meditates on God’s goodness with a heart of integrity. The Holy Spirit of discipline is welcomed in this posture, guiding and living with us. God knows our inmost self, our hearts, our thoughts, and our words. We are created whole and to have being, not for spiritual death which is the eternal separation from God.
Thank you, Lord, for the glimpses of understanding Your righteousness.
Smitten With Goodness 