How do we know the doctrine of justification by faith is true?
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The doctrine of justification by faith is affirmed by Scripture, particularly in Romans and Galatians, establishing that faith, not works, is the means by which sinners are declared righteous before God.
Justification by faith is a cornerstone of Reformed theology, established unequivocally in the Scriptures. Romans 5:1 states, 'Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.' This signifies that faith is the means by which we receive the righteousness of Christ. Additionally, Galatians 2:16 asserts that 'a man is not justified by the works of the law, but by the faith of Jesus Christ.' Thus, the Scripture consistently presents faith as the sole instrument by which believers are justified. The character of God as just and the justifier (Romans 3:26) is also crucial; He is faithful to His promises and has provided a Savior whose sacrifice fully satisfies the requirements of the law, providing an unassailable basis for our justification.
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