Why is believing in Christ's finished work important for salvation?
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Believing in Christ's finished work is crucial for salvation because it signifies our reliance on His perfection rather than our flawed efforts.
The finished work of Christ refers to His life, death, and resurrection, where He accomplished the redemption of His people. As stated in Romans 3:23-26, salvation is not based on human works, but solely on the grace of God through faith in Jesus. This doctrine of justification by faith emphasizes that we contribute nothing to our salvation; rather, it is a gift from God. When we rest in the finished work of Christ, we acknowledge that His sacrifice was sufficient to atone for our sins, and thus our hope is secure in Him, free from the burden of trying to achieve righteousness on our own.
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