How do we know grace reigns through righteousness?
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Grace reigns through righteousness as God's favor extends to those He has chosen, resulting in lasting life.
Grace is not merely a concept; it is an active reign in the lives of believers, as expressed in Romans 5:21, where grace reigns through righteousness unto eternal life by Jesus Christ. This indicates that grace is not independent of God's righteousness. Rather, it operates within the parameters of divine justice, satisfying the demands of the law through Christ's obedience. The righteousness of Christ, credited to believers, ensures that grace leads not to a mere acceptance but to eternal life. This transformative power shows that where God's grace is at work, it inevitably brings about a right standing with Him, culminating in eternal life for those who believe.
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