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How do we know union with Christ is essential for salvation?

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Union with Christ is vital as it makes believers righteous and acceptable before God.

Union with Christ is the cornerstone of the believer's relationship with God, establishing that His righteousness is credited to those who believe. Paul emphasizes this in passages like Philippians 3:9, where he states that believers are 'found in Him, not having a righteousness of my own.' This union is also depicted through marriage, symbolizing deep intimacy and commitment. It illustrates that the life, death, and resurrection of Christ are not just historical events but are essential to the believer's standing before God. Thus, our hope lies only in being united with Christ, as this alone enables salvation and acceptance in God's presence.
Scripture References: Philippians 3:9, Ephesians 5:30-32

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A Great Mystery
Greg Elmquist · Dec 31, 2014