Surely there is not a righteous man on earth who does good and never sins.
October 10, 2025
Scott’s Search for Perfection
In this verse, Solomon speaks a timeless truth about human nature. Even the wisest, most disciplined, and faithful people fall short of perfection. Ecclesiastes reveals the tension between humanity’s desire for righteousness and our continual struggle with sin. Solomon’s reflection reminds us that moral failure is universal, and perfection is unattainable apart from God’s grace. The verse humbles every man who believes his good deeds can make him righteous before God.
For men today, this verse dismantles pride and comparison. It’s easy to believe we’re doing better than others or that our sins are smaller, but the standard of righteousness is not other men, it’s God Himself. No matter how hard we try to be flawless husbands, fathers, or leaders, we all stumble. Yet, through Jesus, we are not condemned by our imperfection; we are covered by His perfection. This truth brings peace to the striving man who feels he must earn God’s approval.
The challenge today is to stop pretending to have it all together and instead live in daily dependence on grace. A righteous man isn’t one who never sins, but one who repents quickly and walks humbly before God. True strength isn’t found in appearing perfect, but in admitting weakness and letting God restore you. Live with humility, forgive freely, and remember that grace, not perfection, defines your walk with Christ.