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How is righteousness imputed to believers?

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Righteousness is imputed to believers through their union with Christ, as God credits Christ's righteousness to them.

The imputation of righteousness to believers is a pivotal theological concept rooted in their union with Christ. This union means that when God looks at believers, He sees the righteousness of Christ credited to them. As stated in Romans 4:6, God imputes righteousness apart from works. This act is based on the perfect obedience of Christ as our substitute, fulfilling the law on our behalf (Romans 8:4). The transaction of imputation highlights God's grace, for it is not by our merit but through faith that we receive this righteousness. This doctrine reassures believers that their standing before God is secure, as they are seen as righteous through what Christ has both done and given to them.
Scripture References: Romans 4:6, Romans 8:4, Romans 5:12-21, Romans 3:22

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