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What does Romans 4 teach about the nature of faith and works?

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Romans 4 teaches that faith, not works, is the basis for righteousness before God.

In Romans 4, the Apostle Paul discusses the relationship between faith and works, clearly delineating that justification cannot be earned through human effort. He points to Abraham as an example, explaining that Abraham’s belief was counted as righteousness while he was still uncircumcised, demonstrating that faith precedes works. By emphasizing that salvation comes through faith, not the law, Paul stresses that if justification were based on works, it would no longer be grace but a transaction (Romans 4:4). This starkly reveals God’s grace as the only means of our righteousness.
Scripture References: Romans 4:2-5, Romans 3:28

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