Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version But thanks be to God that, though you used to be slaves to sin, you have come to obey from your heart the pattern of teaching that has now claimed your allegiance. New Living Translation Thank God! Once you were slaves of sin, but now you wholeheartedly obey this teaching we have given you. English Standard Version But thanks be to God, that you who were once slaves of sin have become obedient from the heart to the standard of teaching to which you were committed, Berean Standard Bible But thanks be to God that, though you once were slaves to sin, you wholeheartedly obeyed the form of teaching to which you were committed. Berean Literal Bible But thanks be to God that you⁺ used to be slaves of sin, but you⁺ obeyed from the heart the form of teaching to which you⁺ were delivered up. King James Bible But God be thanked, that ye were the servants of sin, but ye have obeyed from the heart that form of doctrine which was delivered you. New King James Version But God be thanked that though you were slaves of sin, yet you obeyed from the heart that form of doctrine to which you were delivered. New American Standard Bible But thanks be to God that though you were slaves of sin, you became obedient from the heart to that form of teaching to which you were entrusted, NASB 1995 But thanks be to God that though you were slaves of sin, you became obedient from the heart to that form of teaching to which you were committed, NASB 1977 But thanks be to God that though you were slaves of sin, you became obedient from the heart to that form of teaching to which you were committed, Legacy Standard Bible But thanks be to God that though you were slaves of sin, you obeyed from the heart that pattern of teaching to which you were given over, Amplified Bible But thank God that though you were slaves of sin, you became obedient with all your heart to the standard of teaching in which you were instructed and to which you were committed. Berean Annotated Bible But thanks be to God {Theō} that, though you⁺ once were slaves {douloi} to sin, you⁺ wholeheartedly obeyed the form of teaching {didachēs} to which you⁺ were committed. Christian Standard Bible But thank God that, although you used to be slaves of sin, you obeyed from the heart that pattern of teaching to which you were handed over, Holman Christian Standard Bible But thank God that, although you used to be slaves of sin, you obeyed from the heart that pattern of teaching you were transferred to, American Standard Version But thanks be to God, that, whereas ye were servants of sin, ye became obedient from the heart to that form of teaching whereunto ye were delivered; Contemporary English Version You used to be slaves of sin. But I thank God that with all your heart you followed the example set forth in the teaching you received. English Revised Version But thanks be to God, that, whereas ye were servants of sin, ye became obedient from the heart to that form of teaching whereunto ye were delivered; GOD'S WORD® Translation You were slaves to sin. But I thank God that you have become wholeheartedly obedient to the teachings which you were given. Good News Translation But thanks be to God! For though at one time you were slaves to sin, you have obeyed with all your heart the truths found in the teaching you received. International Standard Version But thank God that, though you were once slaves of sin, you became obedient from your hearts to that form of teaching with which you were entrusted! NET Bible But thanks be to God that though you were slaves to sin, you obeyed from the heart that pattern of teaching you were entrusted to, New Heart English Bible But thanks be to God, that, whereas you were slaves of sin, you became obedient from the heart to that form of teaching to which you were entrusted. Webster's Bible Translation But God be thanked, that ye were the servants of sin; but ye have obeyed from the heart that form of doctrine which was delivered you. Weymouth New Testament But thanks be to God that though you were once in thraldom to Sin, you have now yielded a hearty obedience to that system of truth in which you have been instructed. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleBut thanks be to God that, though you once were slaves to sin, you wholeheartedly obeyed the form of teaching to which you were committed. World English Bible But thanks be to God that, whereas you were bondservants of sin, you became obedient from the heart to that form of teaching to which you were delivered. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd thanks to God, that you were servants of sin, and—were obedient from the heart to the form of teaching to which you were delivered up; Berean Literal Bible But thanks be to God that you⁺ used to be slaves of sin, but you⁺ obeyed from the heart the form of teaching to which you⁺ were delivered up. Young's Literal Translation and thanks to God, that ye were servants of the sin, and -- were obedient from the heart to the form of teaching to which ye were delivered up; Smith's Literal Translation And grace to God, that ye were servants of sin, but ye listened from the heart to the type of teaching in which ye were delivered. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBut thanks be to God, that you were the servants of sin, but have obeyed from the heart, unto that form of doctrine, into which you have been delivered. Catholic Public Domain Version But thanks be to God that, though you used to be the servants of sin, now you have been obedient from the heart to the very form of the doctrine into which you have been received. New American Bible But thanks be to God that, although you were once slaves of sin, you have become obedient from the heart to the pattern of teaching to which you were entrusted. New Revised Standard Version But thanks be to God that you, having once been slaves of sin, have become obedient from the heart to the form of teaching to which you were entrusted, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBut thank God that you, who were once the servants of sin, now obey from the heart that form of doctrine which has been delivered to you. Aramaic Bible in Plain English But thank God that you were Servants of sin and you obeyed from the heart that form of the teaching to which you are devoted. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentBut thanks be to God, that though you were the servants of sin, yet you have obeyed from the heart the form of teaching, in which you have been instructed; Godbey New Testament But thanks be unto God, that whereas ye were servants of sin, but you have obeyed from the heart the type of teaching into which ye were delivered: Haweis New Testament But thanks be to God, that though ye were the servants of sin, ye have obeyed from the heart the model of doctrine into which ye were delivered. Mace New Testament but God be thanked, that you, who were the vassals of sin, have sincerely obeyed in the manner the gospel prescribed. Weymouth New Testament But thanks be to God that though you were once in thraldom to Sin, you have now yielded a hearty obedience to that system of truth in which you have been instructed. Worrell New Testament But thanks be to God that, though ye were slaves of sin, ye did, however, obey from the heart that form of teaching unto which ye were delivered; Worsley New Testament But thanks be to God, that ye who were servants of sin, have obeyed from the heart that form of doctrine which was delivered to you: Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Wages of Sin…16Do you not know that when you offer yourselves as obedient slaves, you are slaves to the one you obey, whether you are slaves to sin leading to death, or to obedience leading to righteousness? 17But thanks be to God that, though you once were slaves to sin, you wholeheartedly obeyed the form of teaching to which you were committed. 18You have been set free from sin and have become slaves to righteousness.… Cross References But thanks be to God that, 1 Corinthians 15:57 But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ! 2 Corinthians 2:14 But thanks be to God, who always leads us triumphantly as captives in Christ and through us spreads everywhere the fragrance of the knowledge of Him. Romans 7:25 Thanks be to God, through Jesus Christ our Lord! So then, with my mind I serve the law of God, but with my flesh I serve the law of sin. though you once were slaves to sin, John 8:34 Jesus replied, “Truly, truly, I tell you, everyone who sins is a slave to sin. 2 Peter 2:19 They promise them freedom, while they themselves are slaves to depravity. For a man is a slave to whatever has mastered him. Titus 3:3 For at one time we too were foolish, disobedient, misled, and enslaved to all sorts of desires and pleasures—living in malice and envy, being hated and hating one another. you wholeheartedly obeyed Ephesians 6:6 And do this not only to please them while they are watching, but as servants of Christ, doing the will of God from your heart. Acts 6:7 So the word of God continued to spread. The number of disciples in Jerusalem grew rapidly, and a great number of priests became obedient to the faith. Romans 1:5 Through Him and on behalf of His name, we received grace and apostleship to call all those among the Gentiles to the obedience that comes from faith. the form of teaching 2 Timothy 1:13 Hold on to the pattern of sound teaching you have heard from me, with the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus. Titus 2:1 But as for you, speak the things that are consistent with sound doctrine. 2 Timothy 4:3 For the time will come when men will not tolerate sound doctrine, but with itching ears they will gather around themselves teachers to suit their own desires. to which you were committed. 2 Thessalonians 2:15 Therefore, brothers, stand firm and cling to the traditions we taught you, whether by speech or by letter. 1 Corinthians 11:2 Now I commend you for remembering me in everything and for maintaining the traditions, just as I passed them on to you. 2 Timothy 1:14 Guard the treasure entrusted to you, with the help of the Holy Spirit who dwells in us. Romans 1:8 First, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for all of you, because your faith is being proclaimed all over the world. Treasury of Scripture But God be thanked, that you were the servants of sin, but you have obeyed from the heart that form of doctrine which was delivered you. But. Romans 1:8 First, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for you all, that your faith is spoken of throughout the whole world. 1 Chronicles 29:12-16 Both riches and honour come of thee, and thou reignest over all; and in thine hand is power and might; and in thine hand it is to make great, and to give strength unto all… Ezra 7:27 Blessed be the LORD God of our fathers, which hath put such a thing as this in the king's heart, to beautify the house of the LORD which is in Jerusalem: that. 1 Corinthians 6:9-11 Know ye not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the kingdom of God? Be not deceived: neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor effeminate, nor abusers of themselves with mankind, … Ephesians 2:5-10 Even when we were dead in sins, hath quickened us together with Christ, (by grace ye are saved;) … 1 Timothy 1:13-16 Who was before a blasphemer, and a persecutor, and injurious: but I obtained mercy, because I did it ignorantly in unbelief… but ye. Romans 1:5 By whom we have received grace and apostleship, for obedience to the faith among all nations, for his name: Romans 2:8 But unto them that are contentious, and do not obey the truth, but obey unrighteousness, indignation and wrath, Romans 15:18 For I will not dare to speak of any of those things which Christ hath not wrought by me, to make the Gentiles obedient, by word and deed, that form. 2 Timothy 1:13 Hold fast the form of sound words, which thou hast heard of me, in faith and love which is in Christ Jesus. which was delivered you. Jump to Previous Bondservants Committed Delivered Doctrine Entrusted Form Freely Heart Hearty Instructed ly Obedience Obedient Obeyed Once Placed Praise Servants Sin Slaves Standard System Teaching Thanked Thanks Thraldom Truth Used Whereas Whereunto Wholeheartedly Yielded YourselvesJump to Next Bondservants Committed Delivered Doctrine Entrusted Form Freely Heart Hearty Instructed ly Obedience Obedient Obeyed Once Placed Praise Servants Sin Slaves Standard System Teaching Thanked Thanks Thraldom Truth Used Whereas Whereunto Wholeheartedly Yielded YourselvesRomans 6 1. We may not live in sin;2. for we are dead unto it; 3. as appears by our baptism. 12. Let not sin reign anymore; 18. because we have yielded ourselves to the service of righteousness; 23. and because death is the wages of sin. But thanks be to God that This phrase emphasizes gratitude towards God, acknowledging His role in the transformation of believers. It reflects the biblical theme of thanksgiving found throughout Scripture, such as in 1 Thessalonians 5:18, where believers are encouraged to give thanks in all circumstances. This gratitude is directed towards God for His grace and mercy in delivering believers from their past condition. though you once were slaves to sin you wholeheartedly obeyed the form of teaching to which you were committed Persons / Places / Events 1. Paul the ApostleThe author of the letter to the Romans, Paul is addressing the believers in Rome, providing theological insights and practical instructions for living a Christian life. 2. Roman Christians The recipients of the letter, these early Christians were living in a diverse and often challenging environment, facing both internal and external pressures. 3. Slavery to Sin A metaphor used by Paul to describe the previous state of the believers before accepting Christ, indicating a life controlled by sinful desires. 4. Obedience from the Heart This phrase highlights the transformation that occurs when believers genuinely commit to the teachings of Christ, moving from external compliance to internal conviction. 5. Form of Teaching Refers to the apostolic doctrine and the core teachings of Christianity that the Roman believers were taught and committed to following. Teaching Points Transformation through ObedienceTrue Christian transformation involves a shift from external adherence to internal conviction, where obedience stems from the heart. The Power of Doctrine The "form of teaching" signifies the importance of sound doctrine in shaping a believer's life. Engaging deeply with Scripture is crucial for spiritual growth. Gratitude for Deliverance Paul expresses gratitude to God for the believers' transformation, reminding us to continually thank God for our deliverance from sin. Commitment to Righteousness Just as the Roman Christians were committed to the teachings of Christ, we too must commit ourselves to living out the principles of righteousness in our daily lives. Freedom in Christ Understanding our past slavery to sin highlights the freedom we now have in Christ, encouraging us to live in that freedom responsibly. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Romans 6:17?2. How does Romans 6:17 emphasize gratitude for transformation from sin to obedience? 3. What does "form of teaching" in Romans 6:17 imply about doctrinal importance? 4. How can we apply Romans 6:17 to resist sin in daily life? 5. How does Romans 6:17 connect with Ephesians 2:8-9 on grace and faith? 6. In what ways can we express gratitude for spiritual freedom as in Romans 6:17? 7. What does Romans 6:17 reveal about the nature of obedience in Christian life? 8. How does Romans 6:17 address the transformation from sin to righteousness? 9. What historical context influenced Paul's message in Romans 6:17? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Romans 6? 11. How can I overcome sin? 12. What does the Bible say about Christian sin? 13. How does sanctification transform a believer's life? 14. What does John 8:32 mean about knowing the truth? What Does Romans 6:17 Mean But thanks be to GodPaul begins with gratitude, giving credit where it belongs. The rescue from sin is God’s doing, not our own. As 2 Corinthians 9:15 celebrates, “Thanks be to God for His indescribable gift!” Every good thing flows from Him (James 1:17). By starting here, Paul sets a worshipful tone: transformation is a divine accomplishment. though you once were slaves to sin • “Slave” is not an exaggeration; it is a sober description of life before Christ. Jesus said, “Everyone who sins is a slave to sin” (John 8:34). • Ephesians 2:1–3 reminds us we were “dead in your trespasses and sins… by nature children of wrath.” • The word “once” highlights the past tense—believers are no longer chained to that master (Galatians 5:1). you wholeheartedly obeyed • The gospel doesn’t produce grudging compliance. Ezekiel 36:26 promises a new heart, and Romans 6:17 shows that promise fulfilled—obedience “from the heart.” • True faith always bears fruit in action (James 2:17). As 1 John 5:3 assures us, “This is the love of God, that we keep His commandments; and His commandments are not burdensome.” the form of teaching • “Form” points to a definite, recognizable pattern—the apostolic gospel, “the faith once for all entrusted to the saints” (Jude 3). • Paul urges Timothy to “Hold on to the pattern of sound teaching” (2 Timothy 1:13). • Doctrine shapes life: right belief molds right behavior. to which you were committed • Literally “handed over”—God handed them over to the gospel, and they handed themselves over in return. Acts 2:42 shows the early church “devoting themselves to the apostles’ teaching.” • 1 Thessalonians 2:13 celebrates believers who “accepted it not as the word of men, but as it truly is, the word of God, which is at work in you who believe.” • Commitment to sound teaching safeguards freedom and fuels continued growth (Colossians 2:6–7). summary Romans 6:17 traces the believer’s journey in five linked moves: God’s gracious initiative, our former slavery, heart-level obedience, a solid gospel blueprint, and steadfast commitment to that truth. Taken together, the verse celebrates liberation from sin’s tyranny and the joyful submission to Christ that marks every genuine disciple. (17) Have obeyed.--Rather, obeyed. (See Note on Romans 6:2.) In like manner correct "have yielded" to "yielded" in Romans 6:19.That form of doctrine. --That pattern of teaching, or express moral rule of life.Delivered you.--Literally, to which you were delivered--to the direction of which you were handed over. Verses 17, 18. - But thanks be to God, that ye were the servants of sin, but ye obeyed from the heart that form of doctrine whereunto ye were delivered. (Not, as in the Authorized Version, which was delivered you). Being then made free from sin, ye became the servants of righteousness. There is no contradiction between what is here said and the fear previously implied lest the persons addressed might still serve sin. He refers them back to the time of their baptism, when he conceives them both to have understood their obligation (cf. ver. 3), and also to have been heartily sincere. The fear was lest they might have relaxed since, perhaps through infection with antinomian teaching. By the "form of doctrine" or "of instruction" (τύπον διδαχῆς) is not at all likely to be meant (as some have supposed) any distinctive type of Christian teaching, such as the Pauline (so Meyer). Usually elsewhere, where St. Paul uses the word τύπος, it is of persons being examples or patterns to others (1 Corinthians 10:6; Philippians 3:17; 1 Thessalonians 1:7; 2 Thessalonians 3:9; 1 Timothy 4:12; Titus 2:7). Somewhat similarly, in Romans 5:14, Adam is τύπος τοῦ μέλλοντος; and in 1 Corinthians 10:6 the things which happened to the Israelites in the wilderness were τύποι to us. These are all the instances of the use of the word in St. Paul's Epistles. Here, therefore, it may be best to understand it (so as to retain the idea of pattern) as the general Christian code into which converts had been indoctrinated, regarded as a norton agendi "Norma ilia et regula, ad quam se conformat servus, tautum ei per doctrinam ostenditur; urgeri eum non opus est" (Bengel on διδαχῆς).Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Butδὲ (de) Conjunction Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc. thanks [be] χάρις (charis) Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular Strong's 5485: From chairo; graciousness, of manner or act. to God Θεῷ (Theō) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular Strong's 2316: A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. that, ὅτι (hoti) Conjunction Strong's 3754: Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because. though you once were ἦτε (ēte) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 2nd Person Plural Strong's 1510: I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. slaves δοῦλοι (douloi) Noun - Nominative Masculine Plural Strong's 1401: (a) (as adj.) enslaved, (b) (as noun) a (male) slave. From deo; a slave. to sin, ἁμαρτίας (hamartias) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular Strong's 266: From hamartano; a sin. you wholeheartedly obeyed ὑπηκούσατε (hypēkousate) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 2nd Person Plural Strong's 5219: From hupo and akouo; to hear under, i.e. To listen attentively; by implication, to heed or conform to a command or authority. the form τύπον (typon) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 5179: From tupto; a die, i.e. a stamp or scar; by analogy, a shape, i.e. A statue, style or resemblance; specially, a sampler, i.e. A model or instance. of teaching διδαχῆς (didachēs) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular Strong's 1322: Teaching, doctrine, what is taught. From didasko; instruction. to εἰς (eis) Preposition Strong's 1519: A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases. which ὃν (hon) Personal / Relative Pronoun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 3739: Who, which, what, that. you were committed. παρεδόθητε (paredothēte) Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 2nd Person Plural Strong's 3860: From para and didomi; to surrender, i.e yield up, intrust, transmit. Links Romans 6:17 NIVRomans 6:17 NLT Romans 6:17 ESV Romans 6:17 NASB Romans 6:17 KJV Romans 6:17 BibleApps.com Romans 6:17 Biblia Paralela Romans 6:17 Chinese Bible Romans 6:17 French Bible Romans 6:17 Catholic Bible NT Letters: Romans 6:17 But thanks be to God that whereas (Rom. Ro) |
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