God accepts His people because they are united with Christ, who is holy and righteous.
God's acceptance of His people is rooted in their union with Christ. As stated in Psalm 24:6, the generation that seeks God is made acceptable through their connection to Jesus. When a person is born again, they receive a new nature that mirrors Jesus' holiness and righteousness. Ephesians 4:24 affirms this transformation, as believers are said to be created in righteousness and true holiness, demonstrating that God's acceptance is not based on our merit but on Christ's work. This understanding of acceptance by grace provides believers with a profound assurance of their standing before God, freeing them from the despair of self-dependence.
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