You are righteous

Romans 1:17a “For in the gospel a righteousness from God is revealed, a righteousness that is by faith,…” Because of our Savior’s life, death and resurrection you and I are perfect before our Heavenly Father.  By ourselves we are far from righteous, but if someone asks you—are you perfect?—-you can correctly say—yes, I am.  How about you?  Those questions would lead to a very interesting discussion.