Romans 3:25-26

The Righteousness of God Through Faith

²⁵ whom God _j put forward as _k a propitiation _l by his blood, to be received by faith. This was to show God's righteousness, because in _m his divine forbearance he had passed over _n former sins. ²⁶ It was to show his righteousness at the present time, so that he might be just and the justifier of the one who has faith in Jesus.

1. Cross References
   Ephesians 1:9
   Making known to us the mystery of his will, according to his purpose, which he set forth in Christ
   
2. Cross References
   1 John 2:2
   He is the propitiation for our sins, and not for ours only but also for the sins of the whole world.
   
3. Cross References
   Romans 5:9
   Since, therefore, we have now been justified by his blood, much more shall we be saved by him from the wrath of God.
   Ephesians 2:13
   But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far off have been brought near by the blood of Christ.
   
4. Cross References
   Romans 2:4
   Or do you presume on the riches of his kindness and forbearance and patience, not knowing that God's kindness is meant to lead you to repentance?
   
5. Cross References
   Acts 17:30
   The times of ignorance God overlooked, but now he commands all people everywhere to repent.