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How does 2 Corinthians 5:21 assure us of our righteousness?

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2 Corinthians 5:21 assures us that through Christ being made sin, we are granted the righteousness of God.

The assurance of righteousness outlined in 2 Corinthians 5:21 is central to understanding our standing before God. This verse encapsulates the great exchange: Christ was made sin for us, allowing us to be made the righteousness of God in Him. This means that our sinful record is exchanged for Christ's perfect righteousness, ensuring that when God looks at believers, He sees the righteousness of Christ attributed to them. It highlights that our salvation is not based on our works but on the completed work of Christ, giving us an everlasting assurance and the freedom to live in grace.
Scripture References: 2 Corinthians 5:21

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The Sinless One Made Sin
Don Fortner · Nov 10, 2019
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