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What does the concept of justification mean?

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Justification is God's declaration that a sinner is declared righteous based on faith in Christ (Romans 5:1).

Justification is a central theme in Reformed theology, describing the act by which God declares sinners righteous through faith in Christ. Romans 5:1 states, 'Therefore, being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.' This means that believers are not justified based on their works or inherent righteousness but solely through the imputed righteousness of Jesus. It emphasizes that justification is a legal standing before God, rooted in God's grace and mercy toward His chosen people.
Scripture References: Romans 5:1

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