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How do we know the doctrine of justification is true?

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The doctrine of justification is anchored in Scripture, particularly Romans 5:1 which states, 'Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.'

Justification is a foundational doctrine in Christian faith, signifying that believers are declared righteous by faith alone in Jesus Christ. Romans 5:1 affirms this by indicating that through faith, we gain peace with God. This peace signifies that Christ's perfect righteousness is imputed to us, making us acceptable before God. Without this doctrine, the basis of salvation is compromised, leading to uncertainty and a lack of assurance. The clarity of scriptural teaching, that no human works contribute to justification, underscores its validity and relevance.
Scripture References: Romans 5:1, Hebrews 10:14, Ephesians 1:4, Romans 5:4, Acts 20:28, Romans 3:24-26, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Romans 3:24, Acts 13:39, Galatians 2:16, Genesis 15:6, Ephesians 2:8-9, Zechariah 3:3-4, Romans 3:28, Philippians 3:9, Romans 4:5, Hebrews 9:12, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, Romans 1:17, 1 Timothy 1:15, Romans 3:20-24, Hebrews 10:38, Romans 4:25, Romans 8:33, Galatians 2:14, Acts 13:38-39, 1 John 3:1-3; Psalm 66:16, 2 Corinthians 5:19, Galatians 5:4, Hebrews 10:12-14, Isaiah 53, Romans 3:21, Ephesians 1:4-5, Romans 5:21, Romans 10:4, Romans 8:1-4, Romans 5:19, John 16:10, Ephesians 1:4-7, 1 Timothy 3:16, 1 John 1:7, Romans 3:20, Romans 3:23, Acts 10:36-41

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