How did Christ estimate the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees?

Answer

"For I say unto you, That except your righteousness shall exceed the righteousness of the scribes and
Pharisees, you shall in no case enter into the kingdom of heaven!' Verse 20.

Through whom is this reconciliation made?
What effect did the preaching of the apostles have upon the hearers?
What will be the fate of those who do not obey the gospel of Christ?
What, therefore, did God do?
What will constitute the second plague?
What did Christ say would be the experience of His people in this world?
How much did this promise comprehend?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle