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What does it mean to be saved by representation?

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Being saved by representation means that believers are united with Christ, sharing in His death and resurrection.

The concept of being saved by representation, particularly expressed in Ephesians 2:5-6, teaches that what Christ accomplished is attributed to those who believe. When Christ died, we died; when He was raised, we were raised with Him. This association means that our standing before God is not based on our own merits but rather on our union with Christ through faith and covenant. This theological framework, a vital aspect of Reformed theology, signifies that God's plan of redemption is not individualistic but collective, encompassing all those whom He has chosen. This perspective reassures believers that they are accepted and justified based on Christ’s perfect work rather than their own flawed actions.
Scripture References: Ephesians 2:5-6

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