Romans 5:3 And not only that, but we also glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces perseverance; Truth to Learn We also rejoice in difficult times because these are the times when we learn to endure hardship. Behind the Words The Greek word that is translated “glory” in the current...
Romans 5:2 – Glorious Access
Romans 5:2 through whom also we have access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God. Truth to Learn We have access to God’s grace and look forward to being in His presence. Behind the Words The word translated “access”...
Romans 5:1 – Peace Through Faith
Romans 5:1 Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, Truth to Learn Salvation by faith produces peace with God. Behind the Words “We have” is from the Greek verb echō, meaning “to hold” or “to possess.” However, there is a variation...
Romans 4:25 – Resurrection Justification
Romans 4:25 who was delivered up because of our offenses, and was raised because of our justification. Truth to Learn Salvation is only through faith in the sacrificial death and bodily resurrection of Jesus the Messiah, the Son of God. Behind the Words “Delivered” is translated from paradidōmi, which is...
Romans 4:24 – Imputed Permanently
Romans 4:24 but also for us. It shall be imputed to us who believe in Him who raised up Jesus our Lord from the dead, Truth to Learn Righteousness is imputed to everyone who believes in the gospel of Jesus Christ. Behind the Words “From” is the translation of ek,...
Romans 4:23 – Old Truths for Us
Romans 4:23 Now it was not written for his sake alone that it was imputed to him, Truth to Learn The Old Testament declares important truths for Christians. Behind the Words In Greek there are two different words translated “not.” One is ou and the other is mē. The second...
Romans 4:22 – Unearned Credit
Romans 4:22 And therefore "It was accounted to him for righteousness." Truth to Learn Salvation is a gift which is credited to our account when we believe God’s message in the Bible. Behind the Words The word translated “therefore” is dio. This is made up of dia, meaning “through, either...
Romans 4:21 – Timeless Performance
Romans 4:21 and being fully convinced that what He had promised He was also able to perform. Truth to Learn God’s ability to keep His promises never changes. Behind the Words The Greek word translated “being fully convinced” is plērophoreō, which is a compound made up of plerēs, meaning “full,”...
Romans 4:20 – Wait Training
Romans 4:20 He did not waver at the promise of God through unbelief, but was strengthened in faith, giving glory to God, Truth to Learn While waiting for God to fulfill His promise, Abraham’s faith got stronger, and he gave glory to God. Behind the Words The Greek word translated...
Romans 4:19 – Faith, Long and Strong
Romans 4:19 And not being weak in faith, he did not consider his own body, already dead (since he was about a hundred years old), and the deadness of Sarah's womb. Truth to Learn Abraham’s faith was strong, even after having waited 20 years. Behind the Words The Greek word...