Many people 'believe' in God. The bible says that even Satan and his demons believe in God. That is not enough.
Being at peace with God is not automatic - because by nature we are separated from God. This separation is the 'something wrong' that is at the root of mankinds' selfishness, lonliness, anger, pride, stubborness, etc, etc. It is why there are wars, and people do terrible things, it is why people lie, steal, cheat, swear, fight, etc.
Through many immoral and amoral acts, thoughts and attitudes, we continue to grieve the One who cares for us the most. That is all of us! (no matter how upright or good we seem on the outside). This has caused a split between us and God. This split or separation is called sin.
Romans 3:23 says," for all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God."
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