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Though, surely we're not claiming superiority over the great men of old!? The Apostle Paul had a terrible time overcoming legalism and was not too proud to admit it. So, what is legalism? Any custom, routine, obligation, service, regulation, or deed performed to win God's acceptance and favor fits into that category. The Pharisees were great at it. Paul gave a simple definition. He called it 'confidence in the flesh' and 'having our own righteousness' (Ph. 3:4, 9); as if there is anything we could possibly do to measure up to God. Acceptance, by God (His unconditional love), cannot be earned. It was His gift to us from the moment we received Him into our heart (Ep. 1:6). It has already been given! Though, like any gift, it is not ours until received. 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