In this powerful continuation of The Scandal of Grace series, Pastor Emmanuel preacher opens with a sobering reminder: proximity to religion doesn’t guarantee intimacy with God. Many attend church for decades yet miss the heart of who God truly is, gracious, loving, and just. This message dives deep into the misunderstood nature of righteousness, revealing that it is not simply about moral behavior or religious performance. Righteousness is a position granted by faith, not a reward earned by works. Through scriptures like Romans 5:1-2, we’re reminded that we have peace with God through Jesus Christ and that access to grace comes by faith. In Ephesians 2:8-10, Pastor Emmanuel stresses that salvation is not a result of good deeds, but a gift—lest anyone should boast. And from Hebrews 4:16, we are urged to approach God's throne with confidence, because grace is not just a concept, it’s our lifeline. The scandal of grace lies in the truth that even the “best” person still needs Jesus. No one is exempt from the need for salvation, and grace is not a license to sin, it is an invitation to live free from guilt, shame, and condemnation. Faith, the preacher says, gives us the divine exemption from paying twice for sins Jesus already paid for. This sermon challenges both the self-righteous and the broken to see grace for what it truly is, undeserved, unearned, and absolutely essential. It is our prayer that this sermon helps you build your faith in Jesus and understand that His Grace is upon your life.