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How does justification relate to living righteously?

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Justification by faith leads to a transformed life, motivating believers to live righteously and serve God.

Justification is the act of God declaring a sinner righteous on the basis of faith in Jesus Christ. It is a foundational tenet of the gospel and forms the basis of our relationship with God. According to Romans 5:1, through justification, we have peace with God, which transforms our lives. Once justified, our hearts are changed, creating a desire to live righteously. This new life is characterized by a struggle against sin, as believers are called to yield themselves as instruments of righteousness to God. Thus, justification and righteous living are intrinsically linked in the believer's experience.
Scripture References: Romans 5:1, Romans 6:13

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