Christ's righteousness is imputed to believers through faith, as He bore the sins of His people.
The doctrine of imputed righteousness is foundational to the Reformed faith. Scripture reveals that Christ, devoid of sin, took upon Himself the iniquities of His people, allowing God to command believers to claim His righteousness as their own. This transference was real; when Christ died, believers died with Him, and when He was resurrected, they were raised to new life. The Apostle Paul articulates this profound truth in Romans, indicating that all who believe in Christ are declared righteous based on His perfect obedience and sacrificial death. Thus, believers can confidently assert that Christ's righteousness is indeed their own, covering their sins and meeting the demands of God's holy law.
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