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How does justification play a role in salvation according to Scripture?

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Justification is God's act of declaring sinners righteous through faith in Christ.

Justification is a cornerstone of Reformed theology, teaching that believers are declared righteous by God through faith alone in Jesus Christ. Romans 5:1 states, 'Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.' This doctrine highlights that justification is not based on human works but is a gracious act of God. In the parable of the publican and the Pharisee (Luke 18:14), the publican's humble acknowledgment of his sinfulness and plea for mercy exemplifies true faith that leads to justification. This assures believers that their standing before God is secure based on Christ's righteousness, not their own efforts, as articulated in Philippians 3:9, where Paul speaks of 'not having mine own righteousness, which is of the law, but that which is through the faith of Christ.'
Scripture References: Romans 5:1, Luke 18:14, Philippians 3:9

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