Justified by Faith
Peace with God through Jesus Christ.
Paul's magnum opus on the gospel in Romans.
The big idea
Our standing before God is grounded in Christ's righteousness, not our performance.
Opening scripture
“Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.”
What does “Justified by Faith” walk through?
Justified by Faith
Romans 5:1 · KJV
Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.
In plain English
Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.
Walking in Truth
Paul's letter to Romans reveals the boundless depths of gospel grace. Paul's magnum opus on the gospel in Romans. By applying this truth daily, our hearts find steady peace.
“Our standing before God is grounded in Christ's righteousness, not our performance.”
Pray
Father, thank You for the truth of Romans 5:1. Let Your Holy Spirit empower me to walk in its light today. Amen.
Write it down
How can the truth of Romans 5:1 shape your mindset today?
Abide in Grace
Let the peace of Christ rule in your heart today.
Which passages does this journey use?
One passage, drawn from Romans 5:1. Every verse appears here in the King James text with a plain-English line beside it, so you can read it without a commentary open. Allow about 4 minutes for the whole thing, or 4 short sittings.
- Romans 5:1
Read any of these in full on the complete KJV, or look the wording up independently at Blue Letter Bible.
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