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How do we know justification is by faith?

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Justification by faith is emphasized in the parable of the Pharisee and the publican, illustrating that humility before God, rather than self-righteousness, leads to acceptance.

The concept of justification by faith is poignantly illustrated in the parable of the Pharisee and the publican, where Jesus highlights the humility of the publican who cries out for mercy, contrasting with the self-righteous prayers of the Pharisee. In this account, Jesus states that the one who humbles himself will be exalted, thereby affirming that true justification comes through faith, not works. This aligns with the overall biblical teaching that our righteousness is a gift from God, rooted in Christ’s redemptive work rather than our own merits. Paul further elaborates on this in Romans, expressing that we are justified freely by God's grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus.
Scripture References: Luke 18:9-14, Romans 3:24, Genesis 15:6, Romans 4:3, Romans 2:12-16, Romans 3:21-26, Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 4:3-5

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