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Why is faith and not works important for justification?

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Justification is through faith alone because we cannot achieve righteousness through our own works, which are inadequate.

The theme that justification is by faith and not works is a cornerstone of Reformed theology. Scripture teaches that all have sinned and fall short of God's glory (Romans 3:23), and thus, relying on works leads to condemnation. In Galatians 2:16, Paul clearly states that a person is not justified by the works of the law but by faith in Jesus Christ. This underscores that our righteousness must come from Christ alone, and anything else is considered self-righteousness, which is deceitful and cannot stand before God. For believers, this assurance brings comfort and security, knowing that salvation is not contingent upon personal merit, but solely on faith in the finished work of Christ.
Scripture References: Galatians 2:16, Romans 3:23, Ephesians 2:8-9

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