Dictionary of Bible Themes  »  6000 Sin and salvation  »  6600 Aspects of salvation  »  6676 justification  »  6679 justification, results of

Justification brings a changed relationship with God and a future hope. It will also bring a change in behaviour.

The results of justification

Peace with God, access to his presence and the hope of his glory

Romans 5:1-2 See also Romans 8:30; Titus 3:7

Assurance of forgiveness

Romans 5:9; Ephesians 1:13-14

Knowing Jesus Christ and participating in his resurrection

Philippians 3:10-11 See also Romans 6:5

Freedom from condemnation

Romans 8:31-34 See also Romans 8:1-4; Galatians 3:13-14

Freedom from domination by sin

Romans 6:14,17-18

Adoption into God's family

See also Romans 8:15-17; Galatians 4:6-7

Righteousness in the sight of God

Romans 5:17; Philippians 3:8-9 See also Romans 3:20-22; 1 Corinthians 1:30

Justification must lead to good works

James 2:24 See also Romans 6:15-18; Galatians 5:13-16; James 2:14-26

See also

2420  gospel
6606  access to God
6608  adoption
6652  forgiveness
6661  freedom and law
6700  peace
6744  sanctification
8104  assurance
8136  knowing God, effects
8157  righteousness as faith
8442  good works
9610  hope