The concept of practicing righteousness is a critical demonstration of abiding in Christ, and it involves a command, a condition, and conduct that reflects love for God and neighbor. A true Christian will not be ashamed at Christ's coming, and their identity is in Christ, not in their works or profession of faith. Practicing righteousness means to act rightly, to do well, to carry out, to execute, and it involves correctness of thinking, feeling, and acting, with integrity that is commendable because we abide in Christ.
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