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How do we know righteousness is received by faith?

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Righteousness is received by faith in Christ, as stated in Romans 3:22, indicating it is not based on our works but on belief in Him.

The New Testament explicitly teaches that righteousness is not earned through our works but is received by faith in Jesus Christ. Romans 3:22 affirms this, stating, 'even the righteousness of God, which is by faith of Jesus Christ unto all and upon all them that believe.' This illustrates that our justification and acceptance before God come through believing in Christ's perfect work, rather than any merit of our own. In Romans 4:5, Paul emphasizes that to him who does not work but believes in Him who justifies the ungodly, his faith is counted for righteousness. This further underlines the necessity of faith as the means by which believers receive Christ's righteousness.
Scripture References: Romans 3:22, Romans 4:5

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