The Bible reveals that we have redemption through Christ and the forgiveness of sins (Colossians 1:14). Those who receive the Lord Jesus as Savior enjoy freedom from sin’s eternal condemnation (Romans 8:1; 1 John 1:9). The Apostle Paul said that Salvation provides these added benefits: we are justified (Romans 3:24), and we are at peace (Psalm 32:1). We should never get the idea that our sins are taken lightly by God. But when we acknowledge our guilt with true repentance, God is ready to forgive us because of what Jesus did on the cross. — Psalm 32:1