FINALLY AND TOTALLY JUSTIFIED
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WORD FROM THE HOLY BIBLE FOR TODAY
Romans 8:33
“Who shall bring any charge against God’s elect? It is God who justifies.”
REFLECTION
IT IS GOD WHO JUSTIFIES!
“Paul could have said here, “Who shall bring any charge against God’s elect?” and then answered, “No one! We are justified.” That’s true. But that is not what he said. His answer instead is, “God is the one who justifies.”
The emphasis is not on the act but on the Actor.
Why? Because in the world of courts and laws where this language comes from, the acquittal of a judge might be overturned by a higher one.
So what, if a local judge acquits you, when you are guilty, if a governor has the right to bring a charge against you? So what, if a governor acquits you, when you are guilty, if the emperor can bring a charge against you?
Here’s the point: Above God, there are no higher courts. If God is the one who acquits you — declares you righteous in his sight — no one can appeal; no one can claim a technicality; no one can call for a mistrial; no one can look for other counts against you. God’s sentence is final and total.
Hear this, all you who believe on Jesus, and become united to Christ, and show yourself among the elect: God is the one who justifies you. Not a human judge. Not a great prophet. Not an archangel from heaven. But God, the Creator of the world and Owner of all things and Ruler of the universe and every molecule and person in it, God is the one who justifies you.
The point: unshakable security in the face of tremendous suffering. If God is for us, no one can successfully be against us. If God gave his Son for us, he will give us everything that is good for us. If God is the one who justifies us, no charge against us can stand.”
- By John Piper. © Desiring God Foundation.
FINALLY AND TOTALLY JUSTIFIED
IT IS GOD WHO JUSTIFIES!
Romans 8:33 is a powerful reminder that, as God’s elect, we stand fully justified before Him—no accusation can stand against us! Here are four key truths to meditate on regarding this glorious teaching of justification by God: 1. God Alone is the Judge—Not Man, Not Satan • The world, the enemy, and even our own hearts may try to condemn us, but their accusations hold no weight. Why? Because it is God who justifies! No one can overrule His verdict. (Isaiah 50:8-9, Revelation 12:10). • When Satan whispers lies of guilt and shame, we can boldly declare: “If God has declared me righteous, who can condemn me?” 2. Justification is a Gift, Not Earned by Works • We are justified not because of our righteousness, but because of Christ’s righteousness imputed to us by faith. (2 Corinthians 5:21). • Our justification is not fragile—it does not depend on our efforts but on the finished work of Christ. (Romans 3:23-24). 3. No Past Sin Can Be Used Against Us • The blood of Jesus wipes our record clean. No sin—past, present, or future—can be brought as a charge against us because God has already declared us righteous in Christ. (Psalm 103:12, Micah 7:18-19). • We do not live in fear of judgment; we live in the freedom of God’s grace! 4. Justification Secures Our Eternal Standing • Since God justifies us, no power in heaven, earth, or hell can undo it. His verdict is final and eternal. (John 10:28-29). • This gives us unshakable assurance—our salvation is not temporary or uncertain; it is sealed by the righteousness of Christ. 5. Justification Leads to Confidence and Boldness • If God has justified us, we can approach Him boldly without fear or shame. (Hebrews 4:16). • We can walk in victory and purpose, knowing we are fully accepted by God and empowered by His Spirit. (Romans 8:31-32). Final Thought: Whenever doubts arise or accusations come, remind yourself: “Who can bring any charge against me? NO ONE—because God Himself has justified me!”
Neven MacEwan
Heavenly Father, my Righteous Judge and Redeemer, I come before You in awe of Your grace, humbled by the truth that You alone have justified me. You, the Almighty God, have declared me righteous in Christ—who then can bring any charge against me? No one! Not the enemy, not the world, not even my own failures. You have spoken, and Your verdict is final! Lord, let this truth be deeply rooted in my heart! • I reject every lie of condemnation—every whisper of the enemy that says I am unworthy, unloved, or unredeemable. Silence every voice that tries to accuse me and let me hear only Your truth: “There is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus!” (Romans 8:1). • Father, help me to rest in the finished work of Christ. I did nothing to earn this justification, and I can do nothing to lose it—because it is based on Your grace, not my works. Let me walk in freedom, not striving to prove myself, but resting in the righteousness of Jesus, my Saviour. • Strengthen me against every attack of the enemy. When Satan tries to remind me of my past, remind me that You have wiped my record clean. My sins are cast as far as the east is from the west (Psalm 103:12). The blood of Jesus has washed me, and I stand before You, holy and blameless! • Fill me with boldness and confidence! Let me never shrink back in fear or doubt but stand firm, knowing that if You are for me, who can be against me? (Romans 8:31). Let me approach Your throne of grace boldly, knowing I am Your child, forever accepted in Christ. • Let justification transform my daily walk. Because You have declared me righteous, help me to live righteously. Let my life reflect the holiness You have given me. May my words, my thoughts, and my actions be worthy of the calling I have received. Not to earn Your love—but because I already have it! • Lord, I give You all the glory! You alone have justified me, You alone have saved me, and You alone will sustain me until the day I stand before You, fully redeemed. I long for that day, when I will see You face to face and hear the words, “Well done, My good and faithful servant.” Until then, keep me standing firm in Your righteousness, unshaken, unafraid, and unashamed. I am Yours, forever justified! In the mighty name of Jesus, my Advocate, my Righteousness, my Lord, I pray! AMEN!
Neven MacEwan
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