Romans 4: Abraham Justified by Faith
Paul shows that Abraham was counted righteous by faith before he was circumcised, and David likewise blessed the one whose sins are forgiven. The promise depends on faith, so that it is a gift of grace, and Abraham's hope in God's power is a pattern for all who believe.
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In Romans 4:1-2, Paul asks what Abraham discovered about being right with God. If Abraham had been justified by his own works, what would that have given him -- and why does Paul say it still wouldn't count before God?