The outcome of the resurrection is that the forgiveness of sins is proclaimed. The problem above all problems that the cross solves is that of sin. Many religions and philosophies can make us aware of our sin, but only the good news can provide the answer. We are set free from sin. The Law could not provide that justification.
The Jews thought the Law was the answer, but in fact it only highlighted the problem and pointed the way forward to the solution, it was not the solution itself. Paul quotes from Habbakuk 1:5 to illustrate that God is going to do something totally unexpected.
The freedom from sin and justification that is talked of here is the ending of a separation from God. Sin separated us from God, the cross has made us acceptable to God.
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