Romans 5:17
The Scripture
(17) For if by one man's offence death reigned by one; much more they which receive abundance of grace and of the gift of righteousness shall reign in life by one, Jesus Christ.)
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
Paul explains that the righteousness of God is revealed through faith in Christ, and that sin and death are overcome by the promise of life. He contrasts the present state of believers with the future state of the world, emphasizing that God's justice and mercy are both present and future.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Romans 5:12Genesis 3:6Genesis 3:19I Corinthians 15:21I Corinthians 15:22I Corinthians 15:49Romans 5:20John 10:10I Timothy 1:14Romans 6:23Isaiah 61:10Philippians 3:9
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