How do we know justification is a gift from God?

Justification, as described in Romans 5:1, is the act of God declaring a sinner righteous based on faith in Jesus Christ. In the sermon, it is highlighted that believers can boldly state, 'I have kept thy testimonies,' as a reflection of their justification in Christ. This means that our standing before God is based on Christ's righteousness rather than our own works. The transformative power of grace allows us to be considered justified, a beautiful gift that secures our relationship with God. Thus, we can trust in this promise and be assured of our position in Christ.