For no one can ever be made right with God 

by doing what the law commands. 

The law simply shows us how sinful we are. 

But now God has shown us a way 

to be made right with him 

without keeping the requirements of the law, 

as was promised in the writings of Moses 

and the prophets long ago. 

We are made right with God 

by placing our faith in Jesus Christ. 

And this is true for everyone who believes, 

no matter who we are.

Romans 3:20-22