How can God be just and still justify sinners?

The question of God's justice in justifying sinners is a profound theological inquiry within Reformed thought. Scripture asserts that God, while entirely just, provided a means for justification through Christ's sacrificial death. Romans 3:26 states that God is just and the justifier of the one who has faith in Jesus. Through His atonement, Christ took upon Himself the sins of His people, allowing God to remain just while pouring out grace upon those who believe. This divine exchange is central to the Christian understanding of salvation, ensuring that God’s holiness and justice are upheld.