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How does God's justice relate to His mercy in salvation?

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God's justice and mercy are harmonized in salvation through the sacrificial death of Christ, which satisfies divine justice while providing grace to the believer.

The interplay of God's justice and mercy is a fundamental aspect of sovereign grace theology. As highlighted in the sermon, God's holiness demands justice for sin, which cannot be overlooked. When Christ was smitten, it was God's way of satisfying both His justice and extending mercy to His people. This dual aspect ensures that mercy is not given at the expense of justice; instead, justice is fully met through the sacrificial death of Christ, allowing mercy to flow freely to those whom He redeems. The assurance that our sins are punished in Christ gives believers a secure hope, knowing that our acceptance before God is rooted not merely in grace but in the justice that Christ fulfilled on our behalf.
Scripture References: Matthew 26:31, Romans 3:26, Luke 23:16

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