The Bible teaches that Christ was made sin for us so that we might be made the righteousness of God in Him (2 Corinthians 5:21).
Substitution is a central doctrine in the Bible which illustrates how Christ took our place in bearing the punishment for our sins. 2 Corinthians 5:21 clearly states that 'For He hath made Him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in Him.' This reveals the divine transaction where the sinless Christ becomes our sin while we receive His righteousness, allowing for reconciliation with God. The concept of substitution is deeply rooted in Scripture, showcasing how God can be both just and justifier through the sacrificial atonement of Christ.
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