Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version he did it to demonstrate his righteousness at the present time, so as to be just and the one who justifies those who have faith in Jesus. New Living Translation for he was looking ahead and including them in what he would do in this present time. God did this to demonstrate his righteousness, for he himself is fair and just, and he makes sinners right in his sight when they believe in Jesus. English Standard Version It was to show his righteousness at the present time, so that he might be just and the justifier of the one who has faith in Jesus. Berean Standard Bible He did this to demonstrate His righteousness at the present time, so as to be just and to justify the one who has faith in Jesus. Berean Literal Bible for the demonstration of His righteousness in the present time, for Him to be just and justifying the one of the faith from Jesus. King James Bible To declare, I say, at this time his righteousness: that he might be just, and the justifier of him which believeth in Jesus. New King James Version to demonstrate at the present time His righteousness, that He might be just and the justifier of the one who has faith in Jesus. New American Standard Bible for the demonstration, that is, of His righteousness at the present time, so that He would be just and the justifier of the one who has faith in Jesus. NASB 1995 for the demonstration, I say, of His righteousness at the present time, so that He would be just and the justifier of the one who has faith in Jesus. NASB 1977 for the demonstration, I say, of His righteousness at the present time, that He might be just and the justifier of the one who has faith in Jesus. Legacy Standard Bible for the demonstration of His righteousness at the present time, so that He would be just and the justifier of the one who has faith in Jesus. Amplified Bible It was to demonstrate His righteousness at the present time, so that He would be just and the One who justifies those who have faith in Jesus [and rely confidently on Him as Savior]. Berean Annotated Bible He did this to demonstrate His righteousness at the present time, so as to be just and to justify the one who has faith in Jesus (YHWH saves). Christian Standard Bible God presented him to demonstrate his righteousness at the present time, so that he would be just and justify the one who has faith in Jesus. Holman Christian Standard Bible God presented Him to demonstrate His righteousness at the present time, so that He would be righteous and declare righteous the one who has faith in Jesus. American Standard Version for the showing, I say, of his righteousness at this present season: that he might himself be just, and the justifier of him that hath faith in Jesus. English Revised Version for the shewing, I say, of his righteousness at this present season: that he might himself be just, and the justifier of him that hath faith in Jesus. GOD'S WORD® Translation He waited so that he could display his approval at the present time. This shows that he is a God of justice, a God who approves of people who believe in Jesus. International Standard Version He wanted to demonstrate at the present time that he himself is righteous and that he justifies anyone who has the faithfulness of Jesus. NET Bible This was also to demonstrate his righteousness in the present time, so that he would be just and the justifier of the one who lives because of Jesus' faithfulness. New Heart English Bible to demonstrate his righteousness at this present time, so that he would be just, and the justifier of him who has faith in Jesus. Webster's Bible Translation To declare, I say, at this time his righteousness: that he may be just, and the justifier of him who believeth in Jesus. Weymouth New Testament with a view to demonstrating, at the present time, His righteousness, that He may be shown to be righteous Himself, and the giver of righteousness to those who believe in Jesus. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleHe did this to demonstrate His righteousness at the present time, so as to be just and to justify the one who has faith in Jesus. World English Bible to demonstrate his righteousness at this present time, that he might himself be just and the justifier of him who has faith in Jesus. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionfor the showing forth of His righteousness in the present time, for His being righteous, and declaring him righteous who [is] of the faith of Jesus. Berean Literal Bible for the demonstration of His righteousness in the present time, for Him to be just and justifying the one of the faith from Jesus. Young's Literal Translation for the shewing forth of His righteousness in the present time, for His being righteous, and declaring him righteous who is of the faith of Jesus. Smith's Literal Translation For the manifestation of his justice now in time: for him to be just, and justifying him of the faith of Jesus. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThrough the forbearance of God, for the shewing of his justice in this time; that he himself may be just, and the justifier of him, who is of the faith of Jesus Christ. Catholic Public Domain Version and by the forbearance of God, to reveal his justice in this time, so that he himself might be both the Just One and the Justifier of anyone who is of the faith of Jesus Christ. New American Bible through the forbearance of God—to prove his righteousness in the present time, that he might be righteous and justify the one who has faith in Jesus. New Revised Standard Version it was to prove at the present time that he himself is righteous and that he justifies the one who has faith in Jesus. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBy the opportunity which God has given us through his forbearance, for the manifestation of his righteousness at the present time, that he might be declared righteous; and for the justification of righteousness to him who is in the faith of our LORD Jesus Christ. Aramaic Bible in Plain English In the space that God in his patience has given to us, for the demonstration of his justice which is in this time, that he would be The Just One and would by justice declare righteous the one who is in the faith of our Lord Yeshua The Messiah. NT Translations Anderson New Testamentin order to manifest his righteousness at the present time, that he might be just, while he justifies him who believes in Jesus. Godbey New Testament in the forbearance of God; unto the manifestation of his righteousness at the present time, so that he is just, and justifying him who is of the faith of Jesus. Haweis New Testament for a demonstration of his justice at this present time: that he might be just, though justifying him who is of the faith of Jesus. Mace New Testament I say, his goodness at this time: that he might appear to be just, and the justifier of him who believes in Jesus. Weymouth New Testament with a view to demonstrating, at the present time, His righteousness, that He may be shown to be righteous Himself, and the giver of righteousness to those who believe in Jesus. Worrell New Testament for the manifestation of His righteousness in the present time, to the end that He may be righteous, even when declaring righteous him who has faith in Jesus. Worsley New Testament for a demonstration, I say, of his righteousness at this time: that He might be just, and the justifier of him, that believeth in Jesus. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Righteousness through Faith…25God presented Him as the atoning sacrifice through faith in His blood, in order to demonstrate His righteousness, because in His forbearance He had passed over the sins committed beforehand. 26He did this to demonstrate His righteousness at the present time, so as to be just and to justify the one who has faith in Jesus. 27Where, then, is boasting? It is excluded. On what principle? On that of works? No, but on that of faith.… Cross References He did this to demonstrate His righteousness Psalm 98:2 The LORD has proclaimed His salvation and revealed His righteousness to the nations. Isaiah 51:5 My righteousness draws near, My salvation is on the way, and My arms will bring justice to the nations. The islands will look for Me and wait in hope for My arm. Psalm 50:6 And the heavens proclaim His righteousness, for God Himself is Judge. Selah at the present time, 2 Corinthians 6:2 For He says: “In the time of favor I heard you, and in the day of salvation I helped you.” Behold, now is the time of favor; now is the day of salvation! Hebrews 9:26 Otherwise, Christ would have had to suffer repeatedly since the foundation of the world. But now He has appeared once for all at the end of the ages to do away with sin by the sacrifice of Himself. Galatians 4:4 But when the time had fully come, God sent His Son, born of a woman, born under the law, so as to be just Deuteronomy 32:4 He is the Rock, His work is perfect; all His ways are just. A God of faithfulness without injustice, righteous and upright is He. Psalm 89:14 Righteousness and justice are the foundation of Your throne; loving devotion and faithfulness go before You. Isaiah 45:21 Speak up and present your case—yes, let them take counsel together. Who foretold this long ago? Who announced it from ancient times? Was it not I, the LORD? There is no other God but Me, a righteous God and Savior; there is none but Me. and to justify Isaiah 53:11 After the anguish of His soul, He will see the light of life and be satisfied. By His knowledge My righteous Servant will justify many, and He will bear their iniquities. Acts 13:39 Through Him everyone who believes is justified from everything from which you could not be justified by the law of Moses. Galatians 2:16 know that a man is not justified by works of the law, but by faith in Jesus Christ. So we, too, have believed in Christ Jesus, that we may be justified by faith in Christ and not by works of the law, because by works of the law no one will be justified. the one who has faith in Jesus. Galatians 3:26 You are all sons of God through faith in Christ Jesus. Ephesians 1:15 For this reason, ever since I heard about your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all the saints, Acts 16:31 They replied, “Believe in the Lord Jesus and you will be saved, you and your household.” Romans 1:17 For the gospel reveals the righteousness of God that comes by faith from start to finish, just as it is written: “The righteous will live by faith.” Treasury of Scripture To declare, I say, at this time his righteousness: that he might be just, and the justifier of him which believes in Jesus. that he. Deuteronomy 32:4 He is the Rock, his work is perfect: for all his ways are judgment: a God of truth and without iniquity, just and right is he. Psalm 85:10,11 Mercy and truth are met together; righteousness and peace have kissed each other… Isaiah 42:21 The LORD is well pleased for his righteousness' sake; he will magnify the law, and make it honourable. and. Romans 3:30 Seeing it is one God, which shall justify the circumcision by faith, and uncircumcision through faith. Romans 4:5 But to him that worketh not, but believeth on him that justifieth the ungodly, his faith is counted for righteousness. Romans 8:33 Who shall lay any thing to the charge of God's elect? It is God that justifieth. Jump to Previous Believe Believeth Clear Declare Declaring Demonstrate Demonstrating Demonstration Faith Forth Giver Jesus Justice Justify Present Prove Righteous Righteousness Season Shewing Showing Shown Time Upright ViewJump to Next Believe Believeth Clear Declare Declaring Demonstrate Demonstrating Demonstration Faith Forth Giver Jesus Justice Justify Present Prove Righteous Righteousness Season Shewing Showing Shown Time Upright ViewRomans 3 1. The Jews prerogative;3. which they have not lost; 9. howbeit the law convinces them also of sin; 20. therefore no one is justified by the law; 28. but all, without difference, by faith, only; 31. and yet the law is not abolished. He did this to demonstrate His righteousness This phrase highlights God's purpose in the redemptive work of Christ. The demonstration of His righteousness refers to God's moral perfection and justice. In the context of Romans, Paul is addressing the issue of God's justice in forgiving sins. The Old Testament sacrificial system pointed to the need for atonement, but it was ultimately fulfilled in Christ (Hebrews 10:1-4). God's righteousness is demonstrated through the cross, where His justice and mercy meet (Psalm 85:10). at the present time so as to be just and to justify the one who has faith in Jesus Persons / Places / Events 1. GodThe central figure in this verse, demonstrating His righteousness and justice. 2. Jesus The one through whom believers are justified by faith. 3. Paul The apostle who wrote the letter to the Romans, explaining the theological implications of God's righteousness. 4. The Church in Rome The original recipients of the letter, consisting of both Jewish and Gentile believers. 5. The Cross The event where God's justice and mercy meet, providing the means for justification. Teaching Points God's Righteousness DemonstratedGod's righteousness is not just a passive attribute but is actively demonstrated through His actions, particularly in the sacrifice of Jesus. Justice and Justification God remains just while justifying sinners, showing that His justice is not compromised by His mercy. Faith in Jesus Justification is available to all who have faith in Jesus, emphasizing the importance of personal belief and trust in Christ. Present Time Relevance The demonstration of God's righteousness is relevant for all times, including the present, showing the timeless nature of the gospel. Living Justified Lives As recipients of justification, believers are called to live lives that reflect God's righteousness and justice. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Romans 3:26?2. How does Romans 3:26 demonstrate God's justice and mercy simultaneously? 3. What does "just and the justifier" reveal about God's character in Romans 3:26? 4. How can we apply God's justice and grace in our daily interactions? 5. How does Romans 3:26 connect with Ephesians 2:8-9 on salvation by faith? 6. In what ways does Romans 3:26 encourage trust in God's righteous judgment? 7. How does Romans 3:26 demonstrate God's justice and mercy simultaneously? 8. Why is faith in Jesus essential according to Romans 3:26? 9. How does Romans 3:26 address the problem of sin? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Romans 3? 11. What does the Bible say about justification? 12. Why does divine punishment resemble human vengeance? 13. Psalm 85:2–3 – Why does God’s forgiveness here seem to conflict with other biblical passages depicting severe and unforgiving judgment? 14. What are notable paradoxes found in the Bible? What Does Romans 3:26 Mean He did this• “He did this” points back to God’s action of putting Christ forward as the propitiation by His blood (Romans 3:25). • Salvation is not humanity’s idea or achievement; it is God’s deliberate initiative (John 3:16; 1 John 4:9-10). • The cross shows that God takes sin seriously enough to demand payment, yet loves sinners enough to provide that payment Himself (Isaiah 53:5-6; 2 Corinthians 5:21). to demonstrate His righteousness • God’s righteousness is His flawless moral character and His unwavering commitment to what is right (Psalm 145:17). • At Calvary, His righteousness is displayed because sin is punished, not ignored (Habakkuk 1:13; Romans 1:17). • The cross answers any claim that God overlooks evil; instead, He fully confronts it while providing a way of mercy (Exodus 34:6-7 fulfilled in Romans 8:3-4). at the present time • “Present time” shows that God’s redemptive plan, long promised, has now arrived in history (Galatians 4:4-5). • The benefits are available now—no waiting for some future age (Hebrews 9:24-26; 2 Corinthians 6:2). • Believers live in the era of fulfilled promise, where grace is presently accessible (John 1:17). so as to be just • God remains “just” because the penalty for sin is fully paid in Christ (Romans 6:23 satisfied at the cross). • Justice is not compromised for love; both attributes meet perfectly in Jesus (Psalm 89:14; Isaiah 45:21). • The Law’s requirements stand, but Christ fulfills them on our behalf (Matthew 5:17; Colossians 2:14). and to justify • “Justify” means God declares the believing sinner righteous, crediting Christ’s righteousness to the believer (Romans 5:9; Titus 3:7). • This is a legal act, final and complete, not a gradual process (John 5:24). • Because justice is satisfied, justification is secure; no charge can stick against those God has justified (Romans 8:33-34). the one who has faith in Jesus • The sole condition is faith—active trust—in Jesus Christ (John 6:47; Acts 16:31). • Faith turns from self-reliance to Christ-reliance, resting in His finished work (Ephesians 2:8-9; Romans 4:5). • This offer is universal in scope but personal in application; each individual must believe (John 1:12; Revelation 22:17). summary Romans 3:26 reveals why God sent His Son to the cross: to put His own righteousness on display, to uphold perfect justice, and at the same time to declare righteous everyone who trusts in Jesus. At the cross God proves He is both uncompromisingly just and astonishingly gracious, inviting every sinner—right now—to receive full justification through faith in Christ alone. (26) To declare.--The second object of the death of Christ was to remove the misconceptions that might be caused by the apparent condoning of sins committed in times anterior to the Christian revelation. A special word is used to indicate that these sins were not wiped away and dismissed altogether, but rather "passed over" or "overlooked." This was due to the forbearance of God, who, as it were, suspended the execution of His vengeance. Now the Apostle shows by the death of Christ that justice that had apparently slept was vindicated.Thus God appeared in a double character, at once as just or righteous Himself, and as producing a state of righteousness in the believer. Under the Old Testament God had been revealed as just; but the justice or righteousness of God was not met by any corresponding righteousness on the part of man, and therefore could only issue in condemnation. Under the New Testament the justice of God remained the same, but it was met by a corresponding state of righteousness in the believer a righteousness, however, not inherent, but superinduced by God Himself through the process of justification by faith. In this way the great Messianic condition of righteousness was fulfilled. Greek [He did this]πρὸς (pros) Preposition Strong's 4314: To, towards, with. A strengthened form of pro; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. Toward. to demonstrate ἔνδειξιν (endeixin) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 1732: A showing, proof, demonstration, sign, token. From endeiknumi; indication. His αὐτοῦ (autou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Singular Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. righteousness δικαιοσύνης (dikaiosynēs) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular Strong's 1343: From dikaios; equity; specially justification. at ἐν (en) Preposition Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. the τῷ (tō) Article - Dative Masculine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. present νῦν (nyn) Adverb Strong's 3568: A primary particle of present time; 'now'; also as noun or adjective present or immediate. time, καιρῷ (kairō) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular Strong's 2540: Fitting season, season, opportunity, occasion, time. Of uncertain affinity; an occasion, i.e. Set or proper time. so as εἰς (eis) Preposition Strong's 1519: A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases. to be εἶναι (einai) Verb - Present Infinitive Active Strong's 1510: I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. just δίκαιον (dikaion) Adjective - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 1342: From dike; equitable; by implication, innocent, holy. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. to justify δικαιοῦντα (dikaiounta) Verb - Present Participle Active - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 1344: From dikaios; to render just or innocent. the [one] τὸν (ton) Article - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. [who has] ἐκ (ek) Preposition Strong's 1537: From out, out from among, from, suggesting from the interior outwards. A primary preposition denoting origin, from, out. faith πίστεως (pisteōs) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular Strong's 4102: Faith, belief, trust, confidence; fidelity, faithfulness. in Jesus. Ἰησοῦ (Iēsou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 2424: Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites. Links Romans 3:26 NIVRomans 3:26 NLT Romans 3:26 ESV Romans 3:26 NASB Romans 3:26 KJV Romans 3:26 BibleApps.com Romans 3:26 Biblia Paralela Romans 3:26 Chinese Bible Romans 3:26 French Bible Romans 3:26 Catholic Bible NT Letters: Romans 3:26 To demonstrate his righteousness at this present (Rom. Ro) |
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