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How can God be both just and justify sinners?

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God maintains His justice while justifying sinners through the sacrificial atonement of Jesus Christ.

The tension between God's justice and His ability to justify sinners is resolved in the person and work of Jesus Christ. Romans 3:26 states that God is both just and the justifier of the one who has faith in Jesus. This means that Christ, by taking our sins upon Himself and becoming our substitute, satisfied God's justice on our behalf. His perfect righteousness is then imputed to believers, allowing them to be declared righteous before God. This doctrine highlights God's mercy and grace, ensuring that His justice is upheld while offering sinners redemption. The significance of Christ’s atonement is pivotal, as it illustrates that God's inherent justice does not negate His capacity to forgive.

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Holy Justice
David Eddmenson · Nov 6, 2019