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Why is imputed righteousness essential for salvation?

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Imputed righteousness is crucial because it is the basis on which believers can stand guiltless before God.

Imputed righteousness refers to the righteousness of Christ being credited to the believer's account. This is essential for salvation because the Scriptures assert that there is none righteous in and of themselves (Romans 3:10). Hence, for a person to be accepted by God, they must possess a righteousness that meets God's perfect standard. This righteousness is not from individual works, as Paul explains, but is granted through faith in Jesus Christ. The act of imputation allows God to look at the believer as righteous, not based on their deeds but on Christ's perfect obedience and sacrifice, making it the foundation for their acceptance with God.
Scripture References: Romans 3:10, Romans 4:5, 1 John 2:1-2

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