Question 7
Justification by FaithIn the Pauline epistles, the concept of "justification by faith" primarily means:
- A.That one earns salvation through good works and adherence to the law.
- B.That God declares sinners righteous on the basis of their belief in Christ, not their merit.
- C.That faith is a secondary factor to divine grace in salvation.
- D.That only those who perfectly obey God's commands can be saved.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (That God declares sinners righteous on the basis of their belief in Christ, not their merit.)
Explanation
Paul teaches (e.g. Romans 3-5) that people are made right with God through faith in Christ, not by keeping the law.