Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Yet he did not waver through unbelief regarding the promise of God, but was strengthened in his faith and gave glory to God, New Living Translation Abraham never wavered in believing God’s promise. In fact, his faith grew stronger, and in this he brought glory to God. English Standard Version No unbelief made him waver concerning the promise of God, but he grew strong in his faith as he gave glory to God, Berean Standard Bible Yet he did not waver through disbelief in the promise of God, but was strengthened in his faith and gave glory to God, Berean Literal Bible Yet he did not waver through unbelief at the promise of God, but was strengthened in faith, having given glory to God, King James Bible He staggered not at the promise of God through unbelief; but was strong in faith, giving glory to God; New King James Version He did not waver at the promise of God through unbelief, but was strengthened in faith, giving glory to God, New American Standard Bible yet, with respect to the promise of God, he did not waver in unbelief but grew strong in faith, giving glory to God, NASB 1995 yet, with respect to the promise of God, he did not waver in unbelief but grew strong in faith, giving glory to God, NASB 1977 yet, with respect to the promise of God, he did not waver in unbelief, but grew strong in faith, giving glory to God, Legacy Standard Bible yet, with respect to the promise of God, he did not waver in unbelief but grew strong in faith, giving glory to God, Amplified Bible But he did not doubt or waver in unbelief concerning the promise of God, but he grew strong and empowered by faith, giving glory to God, Christian Standard Bible He did not waver in unbelief at God’s promise but was strengthened in his faith and gave glory to God, Holman Christian Standard Bible He did not waver in unbelief at God’s promise but was strengthened in his faith and gave glory to God, American Standard Version yet, looking unto the promise of God, he wavered not through unbelief, but waxed strong through faith, giving glory to God, Contemporary English Version But Abraham never doubted or questioned God's promise. His faith made him strong, and he gave all the credit to God. English Revised Version yea, looking unto the promise of God, he wavered not through unbelief, but waxed strong through faith, giving glory to God, GOD'S WORD® Translation He didn't doubt God's promise out of a lack of faith. Instead, giving honor to God [for the promise], he became strong because of faith Good News Translation His faith did not leave him, and he did not doubt God's promise; his faith filled him with power, and he gave praise to God. International Standard Version nor did he doubt God's promise out of a lack of faith. Instead, his faith became stronger and he gave glory to God, NET Bible He did not waver in unbelief about the promise of God but was strengthened in faith, giving glory to God. New Heart English Bible Yet, looking to the promise of God, he did not waver through unbelief, but grew strong through faith, giving glory to God, Webster's Bible Translation He staggered not at the promise of God through unbelief; but was strong in faith, giving glory to God; Weymouth New Testament Nor did he in unbelief stagger at God's promise, but became mighty in faith, giving glory to God, Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleYet he did not waver through disbelief in the promise of God, but was strengthened in his faith and gave glory to God, World English Bible Yet, looking to the promise of God, he didn’t waver through unbelief, but grew strong through faith, giving glory to God, Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand at the promise of God did not stagger in unbelief, but was strengthened in faith, having given glory to God, Berean Literal Bible Yet he did not waver through unbelief at the promise of God, but was strengthened in faith, having given glory to God, Young's Literal Translation and at the promise of God did not stagger in unbelief, but was strengthened in faith, having given glory to God, Smith's Literal Translation And for the promise of God he was not separated by unbelief; but was strengthened in faith, having given glory to God; Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleIn the promise also of God he staggered not by distrust; but was strengthened in faith, giving glory to God: Catholic Public Domain Version And then, in the Promise of God, he did not hesitate out of distrust, but instead he was strengthened in faith, giving glory to God, New American Bible He did not doubt God’s promise in unbelief; rather, he was empowered by faith and gave glory to God New Revised Standard Version No distrust made him waver concerning the promise of God, but he grew strong in his faith as he gave glory to God, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleHe did not doubt the promise of God as one who lacks faith; but his faith gave him strength, and he gave glory to God. Aramaic Bible in Plain English And he did not doubt The Promise of God as if his faith were lacking, but he was strengthened in faith and he gave praise to God. NT Translations Anderson New Testamentand he doubted not, through unbelief, with respect to the promise of God, but was strong in faith, giving glory to God, Godbey New Testament but he staggered not at the promise of God through unbelief; but was filled up with dynamite through faith, having given glory to God; Haweis New Testament for he disputed not against the promise of God with unbelief; but was mighty in faith, giving glory to God; Mace New Testament he was not incredulously diffident of the divine promise; but was strong in faith, and did honour to God, Weymouth New Testament Nor did he in unbelief stagger at God's promise, but became mighty in faith, giving glory to God, Worrell New Testament but, in view of the promise of God, he wavered not through unbelief, but was made strong in faith, giving glory to God, Worsley New Testament He hesitated not at the promise of God through unbelief: but was strong in faith, giving glory to God, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Abraham Receives the Promise…19Without weakening in his faith, he acknowledged the decrepitness of his body (since he was about a hundred years old) and the lifelessness of Sarah’s womb. 20Yet he did not waver through disbelief in the promise of God, but was strengthened in his faith and gave glory to God, 21being fully persuaded that God was able to do what He had promised.… Cross References Genesis 15:6 Abram believed the LORD, and it was credited to him as righteousness. Hebrews 11:11 By faith Sarah, even though she was barren and beyond the proper age, was enabled to conceive a child, because she considered Him faithful who had promised. James 2:23 And the Scripture was fulfilled that says, “Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness,” and he was called a friend of God. Hebrews 11:19 Abraham reasoned that God could raise the dead, and in a sense, he did receive Isaac back from death. Galatians 3:6 So also, “Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness.” Hebrews 11:17-18 By faith Abraham, when he was tested, offered up Isaac on the altar. He who had received the promises was ready to offer his one and only son, / even though God had said to him, “Through Isaac your offspring will be reckoned.” Genesis 17:17 Abraham fell facedown. Then he laughed and said to himself, “Can a child be born to a man who is a hundred years old? Can Sarah give birth at the age of ninety?” Genesis 18:10-14 Then the LORD said, “I will surely return to you at this time next year, and your wife Sarah will have a son!” Now Sarah was behind him, listening at the entrance to the tent. / And Abraham and Sarah were already old and well along in years; Sarah had passed the age of childbearing. / So she laughed to herself, saying, “After I am worn out and my master is old, will I now have this pleasure?” ... Luke 1:18-20 “How can I be sure of this?” Zechariah asked the angel. “I am an old man, and my wife is well along in years.” / “I am Gabriel,” replied the angel. “I stand in the presence of God, and I have been sent to speak to you and to bring you this good news. / And now you will be silent and unable to speak until the day this comes to pass, because you did not believe my words, which will be fulfilled at their proper time.” Luke 1:45 Blessed is she who has believed that the Lord’s word to her will be fulfilled.” Hebrews 10:23 Let us hold resolutely to the hope we profess, for He who promised is faithful. Matthew 21:21 “Truly I tell you,” Jesus replied, “if you have faith and do not doubt, not only will you do what was done to the fig tree, but even if you say to this mountain, ‘Be lifted up and thrown into the sea,’ it will happen. Mark 11:22-23 “Have faith in God,” Jesus said to them. / “Truly I tell you that if anyone says to this mountain, ‘Be lifted up and thrown into the sea,’ and has no doubt in his heart but believes that it will happen, it will be done for him. 2 Corinthians 1:20 For all the promises of God are “Yes” in Christ. And so through Him, our “Amen” is spoken to the glory of God. 2 Timothy 2:13 if we are faithless, He remains faithful, for He cannot deny Himself. Treasury of Scripture He staggered not at the promise of God through unbelief; but was strong in faith, giving glory to God; staggered. Numbers 11:13-23 2 Kings 7:2,19 2 Chronicles 20:15-20 but was. Isaiah 35:4 Daniel 10:19 Daniel 11:32 Jump to Previous Faith Found Glory God's Grew Mighty Promise Regarding Respect Stagger Staggered Strength Strengthened Strong Unbelief Undertaking Waver WaveredJump to Next Faith Found Glory God's Grew Mighty Promise Regarding Respect Stagger Staggered Strength Strengthened Strong Unbelief Undertaking Waver WaveredRomans 4 1. Abraham's faith was credited to him as righteousness;10. before he was circumcised. 13. By faith only he and his seed received the promise. 16. Abraham is the father of all who believe. 24. Our faith also shall be credited to us as righteousness. Yet he did not waver through disbelief in the promise of God This phrase highlights Abraham's unwavering faith. In the context of Genesis 15:6, Abraham believed God's promise of numerous descendants despite his and Sarah's old age. This steadfastness is a model of faith, contrasting with the Israelites' frequent disbelief during their wilderness journey (Numbers 14:11). Abraham's faith is also a precursor to the New Testament call to live by faith, as seen in Hebrews 11:1, which defines faith as confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. but was strengthened in his faith and gave glory to God Persons / Places / Events 1. AbrahamThe central figure in this passage, Abraham is known as the father of faith. His unwavering belief in God's promises is highlighted here. 2. God The promise-maker, whose faithfulness and power are the foundation of Abraham's faith. 3. Promise of God Refers to God's covenant with Abraham, particularly the promise of numerous descendants and the coming of a Savior through his lineage. Teaching Points Unwavering FaithAbraham's faith did not waver despite circumstances. Believers are encouraged to trust in God's promises even when they seem impossible. Strengthened by Faith Faith itself can be a source of strength. As we trust in God, our faith grows stronger, enabling us to face challenges. Glorifying God True faith results in giving glory to God. Our lives should reflect His glory as we trust in His promises. The Power of God's Promises God's promises are sure and reliable. Believers can rest in the assurance that God will fulfill what He has promised. Faith in Action Abraham's faith was not passive; it was active and demonstrated through his actions. Our faith should also be evident in how we live. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Romans 4Can belief make all things possible? How does the Bible teach patience? What distinguishes faith from hope? What is the biblical definition and example of faith?(20) In faith.--Better, through or by faith, corresponding to "through unbelief" in the preceding clause. Unbelief did not make him doubt, but faith made him confident and strong. Giving glory to God.--This phrase does not necessarily refer to a verbal ascription of praise, but may be used of anything which tends to God's glory, whether in thought, word, or deed (comp. Joshua 7:19; Ezra 10:11; Jeremiah 13:16; Luke 17:18; John 9:24; Acts 12:23); here it seems to be applied to the frank recognition of God's omnipotence involved in Abraham's faith. . . . Greek Yetδὲ (de) Conjunction Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc. he did not waver διεκρίθη (diekrithē) Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1252: From dia and krino; to separate thoroughly, i.e. to withdraw from, or oppose; figuratively, to discriminate, or hesitate. through disbelief ἀπιστίᾳ (apistia) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular Strong's 570: Unbelief, unfaithfulness, distrust. From apistos; faithlessness, i.e. disbelief, or unfaithfulness. in εἰς (eis) Preposition Strong's 1519: A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases. the τὴν (tēn) Article - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. promise ἐπαγγελίαν (epangelian) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 1860: A promise. From epaggello; an announcement. of God, Θεοῦ (Theou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 2316: A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. but ἀλλὰ (alla) Conjunction Strong's 235: But, except, however. Neuter plural of allos; properly, other things, i.e. contrariwise. was strengthened ἐνεδυναμώθη (enedynamōthē) Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1743: To fill with power, strengthen, make strong. From en and dunamoo; to empower. in his τῇ (tē) Article - Dative Feminine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. faith πίστει (pistei) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular Strong's 4102: Faith, belief, trust, confidence; fidelity, faithfulness. [and] gave δοὺς (dous) Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 1325: To offer, give; I put, place. A prolonged form of a primary verb; to give. glory δόξαν (doxan) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 1391: From the base of dokeo; glory, in a wide application. to God, Θεῷ (Theō) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular Strong's 2316: A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. Links Romans 4:20 NIVRomans 4:20 NLT Romans 4:20 ESV Romans 4:20 NASB Romans 4:20 KJV Romans 4:20 BibleApps.com Romans 4:20 Biblia Paralela Romans 4:20 Chinese Bible Romans 4:20 French Bible Romans 4:20 Catholic Bible NT Letters: Romans 4:20 Yet looking to the promise of God (Rom. Ro) |
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