Why is Christ's imputed righteousness important for Christians?

Imputed righteousness is the central doctrine of justification by faith, which teaches that believers are declared righteous not on the basis of their own works, but through the righteousness of Christ credited to them. As seen in Romans 4:6, God counts righteousness apart from works. This act of imputation means that when God looks at a believer, He sees the perfect righteousness of Christ rather than their sin. This precious doctrine assures believers of their standing before God, empowers them to live out their faith, and leads them to worship and glorify God for His grace. It is foundational for understanding the gospel and the believer’s identity in Christ.