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How does the concept of grace relate to judgment?

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Grace is the means by which sinners are justified before God despite the judgment they deserve for their sins.

The reality of God's judgment is sobering; the soul that sins will die. However, grace is what offers hope to sinful humanity. Through the redemptive work of Christ, believers are not dealt with according to their sins but are instead given the righteousness of Christ. This grace is crucial for salvation because it allows us to escape the just punishment we deserve. The entire message of the Scriptures points to the grace of God in Christ, who took the judgment for our sins upon Himself, allowing us to stand righteous before a holy God. It reaffirms that salvation is a gift of grace rather than a reward for our deeds.
Scripture References: Ezekiel 18, Romans 3:23-24, Psalm 103:10

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