"For the essence of sin is man substituting himself for God, while the essence of salvation is God substituting himself for man. Man asserts himself against God and puts himself where only God deserves to be; God sacrifices himself for man and puts himself where only man deserves to be."
--John Stott
Our constant desire to substitute ourselves in place of God is certainly the root of all sin. It is the birthplace of all anxiety, pride, lust, and ultimately, idolatry.
God's merciful substitution is the redemption of all our unbelief. It is the foundation and sustainer of love, mercy, kindness, and ultimately, the eminence of God's glory.
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