Romans 5:8 NKJV – But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 4 :: New King James Version (NKJV) Strong's. 7 For one will hardly die for a righteous man; though perhaps for the good man someone would dare even to die. DOCTRINE OF SIN Romans 3:23 for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, CONFESS SINS DAILY Psalm 38:18 For I will declare my iniquity; I will be in anguish over my sin. Romans 3:17 New King James Version << Romans 2 | Romans 3 | Romans 4 >> 17 And the way of peace they have not known." Romans 4 - What shall we say then that Abraham our father, as pertaining to the flesh, hath found? 2 We know that the judgment of God rightly falls on those who practice such things. God has always wanted the redemption of all the children of Adam (cf. If God is for us, who can be against us? Paragraph. Context, not the article, must reveal which one. 3:22) so that the promise might be sure to all the seed, not only to those who are of the law, but also to those who are of the faith of Abraham, # Is. ROMANS 10:9-10 NKJV – THAT IF YOU CONFESS WITH YOUR MOUTH THE LORD JESUS AND BELIEVE IN YOUR HEART THAT GOD HAS RAISED HIM FROM THE DEAD, YOU WILL BE SAVED. Romans 4:17 (as it is written, A father of many nations have I made thee) before him whom he believed, {even} God, who giveth life to the dead, and calleth the things that are not, as though they were. Rom 4:17 - (As it is written, I have made thee a father of many nations,) before him whom he believed, even God, who quickeneth the dead, and calleth those things which be not as though they were. 3. the concept of human societal mores in general. "as it is written"-Genesis 17:5, this quotation proves the last line in verse 16, i.e. Rom 4:17 (as it is written, "I have made you a father of many nations") in the presence of Him whom he believed—God, who gives life to the dead and calls those things which do … This context emphasized that all humans have some knowledge of God's natural revelation of Himself in their hearts (cf. . The Word of God is not only our plumb-line for truth, but also should be our handbook for life and living. Romans 4:1 justified by works; Romans 4:2 what saith the scripture; Romans 4:7 Saying ; Romans 4:8 not impute sin; Romans 4:16 father of us all; Romans 4:17 father of many nations; Romans 4:18 that which was spoken ; Romans 4:21 able also to perform; Romans 4:22 therefore; JAMES DENNEY. Red Letter. ... 4:17 "As it is written, ' a father of many nations '" This is a quote from Gen. 17:5. If it has a comparative force, then the translation given in the text is to be accepted: “this interpretation fits the immediate context better than a reference to God’s creative power, for it explains the assurance with which God can speak of the ‘many nations’ that will be descended from Abraham” (D. Moo, Romans [NICNT], 282; so also W. Sanday and A. C. Headlam, Romans [ICC], 113). Therefore, to him who knows to do good and does not do it, to him it is sin. Notice that the first part of this verse is parenthetical. Roman Law. However, in Romans Paul uses "the law" to refer to several different things. Romans 4:17. You can never be saved by trying to be a good person, nor can you be saved through any … For Christ did not please hi… 3:24) according to grace, # (Gal. 1 John 4:17 : 1 John 4:19 >> The Berean: Daily Verse and Comment Sign up for the Berean: Daily Verse and Comment, and have Biblical truth delivered to your inbox. Romans 4:17. Romans 4:17 (as it is written, ... John 14:12 (NKJV) “Most assuredly, I say to you, he who believes in Me, the works that I do he will do also; and greater works than these he will do, because I go to My Father. Verse. Romans 8:31 God protection. Jn 3:16-NKJV While he died on the cross, he was mocked, spit upon, and cursed. Romans 4. KJV (Narrated) NKJV (Narrated) NKJV (Dramatized) NLT (Dramatized) NIV (Narrated) NIV (Dramatized) NASB (Narrated) RVR60 (Español) Abraham Justified by Faith. For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. Romans 8:29 Hebrews 12:2 Hebrews 12:3 1 Peter 3:16 1 Peter 4:1 1 Peter 4:13 1 Peter 4:14 1 John 3:3. Do you feel as though you are underqualified, have a historical record that has too much on it, or that you don’t know what being about “God’s business” is? Bible commentary on the Book of Romans, chapter 4, by Dr. Bob Utley, retired professor of hermeneutics. Psalm 34:19 righteousness redeemer freedom. Mosaic Law. Jesus Christ confirmed those promises and became Heir of them. Romans 4:17 (As it is written, I have made you a father of many nations,) before him whom he believed, even God, who vivifies the dead, and calls those things which be not as though they were. All scripture has been written for our learning, but the new testament epistles give specific guidance and instruction on living the Christian life, in this Church dispensation. As it is written I have made thee a father of many nations, &c.] The passage referred to, is in ( Genesis 17:4 Genesis 17:5) ; which proves him to be a father not of the Jews only, since they cannot be called "many nations", but of the Gentiles also; and which must be understood in a spiritual sense, for Abraham was the father of them, Gen. 3:15), not just the children of Abraham. NASB (UPDATED) TEXT: ROMANS 5:6-11 6 For while we were still helpless, at the right time Christ died for the ungodly. God’s Righteous Judgment. God,” (Romans 8:16, NKJV) Read Galations 4:1-7 Connect Questions 1. The doctrine of justification by faith is shown by the case of Abraham. The Septuagint ( LXX) has "Gentiles." (23-25)1-12 To meet the views of the Jews, the apostle first refers to the example of Abraham, in whom the Jews gloried as their most renowned forefather. 2. For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, is working for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory. "And if you are Christ's, then you are Abraham's seed, and heirs according to the promise" (Galatians 3:29)!From the time of Abraham, God has been working to establish, preserve, and expand Abraham's family and fulfill His purpose. Rom 4:18. The promises to Abraham include that he would be heir of the world. 16 Therefore it is of faith that it might be # (Rom. 2 Corinthians 4:17 eternal life suffering reward. 2 Therefore you have f no excuse, O man, every one of you who judges. Thus, the last part of verse 16 should be connected with that which follows the parenthesis: " . Listen to the Bible. Is there anything that is holding you back from becoming a ma-ture “heir of hrist”? that Abraham is the father of believing Gentiles also. James 4:17(NASB) Verse Thoughts. Tools. ... Rom 4:17. (1-12) He received the promise through the righteousness of faith. Romans 4 is the fourth chapter of the Epistle to the Romans in the New Testament of the Christian Bible.It is authored by Paul the Apostle, while he was in Corinth in the mid 50s AD, with the help of an amanuensis (secretary), Tertius, who adds his own greeting in Romans 16:22. Tweet "As it is written: "I have made you a father of many nations." Romans 4:13-17. We who are strong have an obligation to bear with the failings of the weak, and not to please ourselves. The focus of this chapter is on Abraham, whose faith "was accounted (or imputed) to him for righteousness". ÷ROMANS 5:6-11. What then shall we say to these things? Now may the God of patience and comfort grant you to be like-minded toward one another, according to Christ Jesus. Calling Things Into Existence—Romans 4:17 Juli Camarin May 1, 2018 Romans 4. (13-22) And we are justified in the same way of believing. Romans 4:17 NKJV (as it is written, “I have made you a father of many nations”) in the presence of Him whom he believed—God, who gives life to the dead and calls those things which do … . Commentary for Romans 4 . 1. 108 Verses (NKJV) DOCTRINE OF SIN Romans 3:10 THE WORD OF GOD As it is written: “There is none righteous, no, not one; deceiving yourselves. Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Romans 4:17: (as it is written, "I have made you a father of many nations") in the presence of Him whom he believed--God, who gives life to the dead and calls those things which do not exist as though they did; Patience and comfort grant you to be like-minded toward one another, according to jesus... 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