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Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus:

Being justified {G1344} freely {G1432} by his {G846} grace {G5485} through {G1223} the redemption {G629} that is in {G1722} Christ {G5547} Jesus {G2424}:

By God’s grace, without earning it, all are granted the status of being considered righteous before him, through the act redeeming us from our enslavement to sin that was accomplished by the Messiah Yeshua.

and are justified freely by His grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus.

being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus:

Commentary

Context

Romans chapter 3 builds a powerful case for the universal sinfulness of humanity, demonstrating that both Jews and Gentiles are under the condemnation of God's law (Romans 3:9). Paul quotes several Old Testament passages to show that "There is none righteous, no, not one" (Romans 3:10). The law reveals sin but cannot save (Romans 3:20). Leading into verse 24, Paul introduces the solution: a righteousness from God, apart from the law, revealed through faith in Jesus Christ (Romans 3:21). Verse 24 explains *how* this righteousness is applied to believers.

Key Themes

  • Justification: This refers to being declared righteous or innocent in the sight of God. It is a legal term, signifying a change in status from condemned sinner to righteous before God.
  • Freely by His Grace: This emphasizes that justification is not earned by human effort or merit but is a gift from God, stemming purely from His undeserved favor.
  • Redemption: This concept involves being bought back or set free from bondage. In this context, it is freedom from the slavery of sin and its penalty through the price paid by Christ.
  • In Christ Jesus: This highlights that salvation and justification are found exclusively through union with Jesus Christ and His work.

Linguistic Insights

The Greek word for "justified" is dikaioō (δικαιόω), meaning to declare righteous, acquit, or make right. It's a forensic term. "Freely" is from dōrean (δωρεάν), which means without cost, for nothing, as a gift. This strongly reinforces the idea that salvation is not earned. "Grace" is charis (χάρις), God's unmerited favor. "Redemption" is apolytrosis (ἀπολύτρωσις), signifying a release effected by payment of a ransom.

Reflection

Romans 3:24 is a foundational verse explaining the heart of the Gospel. It teaches that our standing before God is not based on our performance but solely on His grace, received through faith in Christ's atoning work. We are saved by grace through faith, a gift we could never earn. The "redemption that is in Christ Jesus" points directly to His sacrifice on the cross as the means by which this justification is made possible. This should lead to humility, gratitude, and a profound reliance on Christ alone for our salvation.

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Cross-References

  • 1 Peter 1:18 (31 votes)

    Forasmuch as ye know that ye were not redeemed with corruptible things, [as] silver and gold, from your vain conversation [received] by tradition from your fathers;

  • 1 Peter 1:19 (31 votes)

    But with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot:

  • Colossians 1:14 (19 votes)

    In whom we have redemption through his blood, [even] the forgiveness of sins:

  • Titus 3:5 (19 votes)

    Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost;

  • Titus 3:7 (19 votes)

    That being justified by his grace, we should be made heirs according to the hope of eternal life.

  • Ephesians 1:6 (15 votes)

    To the praise of the glory of his grace, wherein he hath made us accepted in the beloved.

  • Ephesians 1:7 (15 votes)

    In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace;