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Can someone be justified before they exist?

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Yes, according to the doctrine of justification from eternity, individuals are justified in God's eternal plan before they are born.

The idea that one can be justified before existing is a key tenet of sovereign grace theology. It posits that justification is anchored not in human action or existence but in God's sovereign will and purposes. Ephesians 1:4 clearly states that believers were chosen in Christ before the foundation of the world, illustrating that their justification is part of God's eternal decree. Additionally, just as Adam's sin is imputed to humanity before individuals are born, so too is the righteousness of Christ imputed to the elect in the eternal covenant, thus securing their justification from eternity. This underscores God’s sovereignty in salvation, ensuring that it is based on His grace rather than human action.
Scripture References: Ephesians 1:4, Romans 5:12

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