justification

I see some people saying on Christian forums that since Jesus died and rose again for us and has joined himself to us, we are now perfect. Others appeal to Bible passages that seem to say we are far from perfect. Which is true according to the Bible? I say that both are true. What do you say?

And having been perfected, He became the author of eternal salvation to all who obey Him, Hebrews 5:9 Some people claim that obeying the Lord Jesus Christ is legalism. What do you guys believe? JLB PS: Please, this is not a debate. Just state your answer and please include a scripture.

It is believed by some that the Apostle Paul’s teaching concerning justification/righteousness is not in harmony with the Apostle James. They view Paul as teaching justification by faith alone and that a person cannot be justified by works of the law or obedience to Torah. This study will show...