None Righteous - Yet A Righteous Generation

This sermon examines the theological tension in Psalm 14 between the divine verdict that no human is inherently good and the promise of a righteous generation sheltered by God. The central message asserts that total depravity renders self-improvement insufficient for salvation, as every person has turned aside from seeking God. The text identifies the 'wicked fool' as one who rejects divine judgment, leading to a life of practical atheism and spiritual dread. In contrast, the righteous are defined not by their own merit but by their reliance on Yahweh as their refuge. The sermon concludes that salvation comes exclusively from Zion through the work of Jesus Christ, who provides the righteousness that humanity lacks, inviting listeners to repent and call upon the Lord for justification.