If multiple standards of righteousness exist, then it follows that there must be a corresponding cost or payment required to validate each one. The fundamental principle of biblical righteousness is that it cannot be achieved through human efforts alone or bought with money. However, some may try to attain righteousness by paying a lesser “price”—a reduced or simplified effort—that appears to require little to no real consequence for failing to meet Christ’s perfect standard. Such an approach obscures the true measure of righteousness, making it difficult to identify or recognize, and in doing so, it takes advantage of individuals’ conscience and sense of morality. Ultimately, there is only one authentic price and one genuine standard for righteousness. If, on the other hand, multiple standards are accepted, it implies that Christ is no longer the sole authentic representative of humanity’s moral perfection. The presence of these differing concepts of righteousness hints that human beings are often the ones defining what is acceptable, which leads to ongoing debates about what constitutes right conduct—debates heavily influenced by personal beliefs and cultural norms. For instance, some emphasize strict compliance with organizational or institutional standards as proof of biblical righteousness, which may align with or diverge from Christ’s standards. If these standards match, then they are effectively the same; if they differ, contradictions emerge. Many individuals act as if they acknowledge the existence of these two standards, but few are willing to openly confront or resolve the contradictions between them. True biblical righteousness, as portrayed in Scripture, involves sacrifice and genuine effort. There are no shortcuts, discounts, special promotions, or “Black Friday” sales in the pursuit of authentic righteousness. If we accept that God expects righteousness to be reflected in human behavior, then we must recognize the existence of two distinct kinds of righteousness—each potentially leading to different paths of salvation.