How do we know that justification is by faith in Jesus Christ?
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Justification by faith in Jesus Christ is affirmed through Scripture, teaching that believers are declared righteous based on their faith, not their works.
The concept of justification is foundational in Reformed theology, as expressed in Romans 5:1, which declares that believers are justified by faith alone. This means that, through faith in Jesus Christ, we are credited with His righteousness and stand justified before God. This justification is not achieved through any of our works or merits but rests solely on the sacrificial death of Christ and our trust in Him. The doctrine emphasizes that it is by grace through faith that we receive this immense gift, reinforcing the need for reliance on Christ alone for salvation.
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