The Bible teaches that God judges sin, but in Christ, believers have been justified and spared from condemnation.
God's judgment is a central theme throughout Scripture, highlighting His holiness and justice. Romans 3:23 states that 'all have sinned and come short of the glory of God,' demonstrating that all are deserving of judgment. However, through the atoning sacrifice of Christ, believers in Him have been declared justified, meaning they are freed from the penalty of sin (Romans 5:1). Galatians 3:13 elaborates on this, noting how Christ has redeemed us from the curse of the law, having become a curse for us. Believers can rest assured that while God is indeed a righteous judge, in Christ, they have been given grace, mercy, and the promise of eternal life, shielding them from the ultimate judgment of sin.
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