How do we remember the righteousness of Christ?

Remembering the righteousness of Christ is a vital practice for Christians, as reinforced in both the communion service and the tangible reminders in scriptures. Just as the Israelites had the fringes on their garments to remind them of God's commandments and His holiness, we are called to have constant reminders in our lives of who our righteousness is—Christ. As stated in Numbers 15:39, these reminders serve to reflect upon God's grace and the righteousness that He provides.

In the New Testament, the communion serves as one of the primary means for believers to remember Christ's sacrifice. Jesus instructed His disciples to do this in remembrance of Him, reinforcing the idea that our focus should always be on His righteousness imputed to us rather than our attempts to achieve righteousness through our own efforts. This remembrance can also take the form of daily reflection on Scripture, prayer, and the community of faith that continually points us back to the grace found only in Christ. Thus, while we face challenges in our spiritual lives, recalling His righteousness assures us of our identity in Him, maintaining our faith in His completed work on the cross.