If the case be such indeed, that all mankind are by nature in a state of total ruin, then, doubtless,the great salvation by Christ stands in direct relation to this ruin, as the remedy to the disease.
We are dependent on the power of God to convert us and give faith in Jesus Christ and the new nature.
A sinner is not justified before God (coram Deo) apart from the righteousness of Christ apprehended by faith.
He, whose heart is fixed, trusting in Christ, need not be afraid.
The door of God’s mercy is thrown wide open, and Christ stands in the door and says to sinners ‘Come.’
If you long to be more like Christ, then act like Him, and walk as He walked.
If there be ground for you to trust in your own righteousness, then, all that Christ did to purchase salvation, and all that God did to prepare the way for it is in vain.
He who has Christ has all he needs and needs no more.