GCEChristian Religious StudiesPauline Epistles2020

In his letter to the Romans, Paul used the example of Abraham to demonstrate that justification is by

Acircumcision and obedience to the law of Moses
Bfaith, apart from works of the lawCORRECT
Cboth faith and the keeping of the covenant sign
Drepentance and water baptism
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Why the answer is B, and why the others tempt you.
In Romans 4, Paul argues that Abraham was counted righteous by God on the basis of faith (Genesis 15:6) before he was circumcised and long before the Mosaic Law was given. This demonstrates that justification has always been by faith and not by works of the law or ritual observance.
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