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How do we know God is a just God?

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We know God is just as He executes judgment against sin and justifies ungodly sinners through Christ's righteousness.

The justice of God is foundational to His nature. He cannot overlook sin without compromising His holiness. As seen in Romans 4:5, God justifies the ungodly, meaning He declares them righteous based on their faith and the righteousness of Christ credited to them. This initially appears paradoxical, yet it is the essence of God's just nature—He met the demands of His justice through Christ. By punishing Christ for the sins of His elect, God reveals how serious He is about justice and mercy, harmonizing these seemingly opposing attributes. Thus, His act of justification is just and reveals His true character.
Scripture References: Romans 4:5, Psalm 9:16, Isaiah 45:21-22, Isaiah 45:21, Romans 3:26, Hebrews 2:2

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Fred Evans · Aug 30, 2018