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How does faith contribute to justification?

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Faith is the means by which we receive justification, affirming our trust in Christ's completed work for our salvation (Ephesians 2:8-9).

Faith plays a critical role in justification, serving as the instrument through which believers receive the righteousness of Christ. Ephesians 2:8-9 emphasizes that by grace we are saved through faith, not of ourselves—it is the gift of God. This indicates that faith does not produce righteousness but is a response that accepts and relies upon the completed work of Christ. When we place our faith in Him, we acknowledge our inability to justify ourselves and embrace His righteousness as our own, thus experiencing justification and the subsequent peace with God.
Scripture References: Ephesians 2:8-9

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Justification
Bruce Crabtree · Sep 12, 2010
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