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Why is the righteousness of faith considered a gift?

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The righteousness of faith is considered a gift because it is granted by God's grace, not earned by human effort.

Righteousness through faith is understood as a gift because it is entirely based on God's unmerited favor toward His people. Ephesians 2:8-9 reinforces this by stating that 'by grace you are saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: not of works, lest any man should boast.' The righteousness of faith is rooted in the work of Christ, who bore the sins of His people, providing them with His righteousness. This gift of salvation transforms believers' standing before God, allowing them to approach Him as His children without the burden of the law, which could only condemn.
Scripture References: Ephesians 2:8-9

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