We know we are accepted by God because of His grace that works in us through faith in Christ’s righteousness.
Confidence in our acceptance before God rests not in our merits, but in the finished work of Christ. According to 2 Corinthians 5:8, believers are assured of their standing with God through faith. This faith is a gift from God and leads us to look beyond our own sinful condition to the righteousness that becomes ours through Jesus Christ. When we trust in Jesus, we are clothed in His righteousness, making us acceptable to God.
Moreover, God's acceptance is anchored in His sovereign grace, which means He has chosen to forgive our sins and bestow upon us the righteousness of Christ. As we reflect on our own sinful deeds, we realize that our hope lies solely in God's mercy and the work of Christ. Therefore, we can confidently say that our acceptance is not based on our actions or performance but is a manifestation of God’s unchanging love and grace toward us in Christ.
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