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How do we know that Abel was righteous?

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Abel was considered righteous because he offered his sacrifice to God in faith, as confirmed by God’s acceptance of his offering.

Hebrews 11:4 indicates that Abel was righteous, as it states that God testified to his gifts. Abel's righteousness was not a result of his actions, but rather through his faith evidenced in his worship. He came before God, not with the fruits of his labor like Cain, but with a blood sacrifice, acknowledging his sinfulness and need for atonement. This reflects the core tenet of Reformed theology: that righteousness before God cannot be earned by works, but is received through faith and the shedding of blood—ultimately, the blood of Christ. Abel’s act was a picture of the gospel, revealing the necessity of faith in the coming Savior.
Scripture References: Hebrews 11:4, Romans 3:22-24, Genesis 4:4

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Abel
Ian Potts · Jun 25, 2017
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