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How do we know righteousness in Christ is true?

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Righteousness in Christ is confirmed through His perfect obedience to the law and the believer's union with Him.

The concept of righteousness in Christ is integral to the gospel, as discussed in 1 Corinthians 1:30. This righteousness is not inherent to ourselves but derived from Christ, who fulfilled the law on our behalf. By His obedience, He met the standard of God's righteousness, making Him the source of righteousness for all who believe. We understand this through both scriptural testimony and the doctrine of legal representation in Christ.

Scripture emphasizes that we are made righteous in Him, meaning our standing before God is based on His perfect life and sacrificial death. This truth is affirmed in passages like Romans 3:22, where faith in Christ results in believers being credited with His righteousness. Such a position assures us that our acceptance before God is anchored not in our works but solely in Christ’s redemptive act, solidifying the truth of our righteousness in Him.
Scripture References: Romans 3:22, Isaiah 64:6, Philippians 3:9

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Paul Pendleton · Sep 5, 2021