How do we know that God loves sinners?

Romans 5:8 states, 'But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.' This verse encapsulates the depth of God's love – He does not wait for sinners to become righteous; instead, He demonstrates His love by sending His Son to die for them. This sacrificial act fulfills God's righteous requirements and illustrates that His love is not in contradiction with His justice. For those who are in Christ, God sees them as righteous and beloved, not because of their own merit but due to the work of Christ on their behalf.