Charles Ellicott Commentary Romans 5:2

"through whom also we have had our access by faith into this grace wherein we stand; and we rejoice in hope of the glory of God." — Romans 5:2 (ASV)

By whom.—More accurately translated, through whom also we have had our access (Ellicott). “Have had” when we first became Christians, and now while we remain so.

Into this grace.—This state of acceptance and favor with God, the fruit of justification.

Rejoice.—The word used elsewhere for “boasting.” The Christian has his boasting, but it is not based upon his own merits. It is a joyful and triumphant confidence in the future, not only felt, but expressed.

The glory of God.—That glory which the “children of the kingdom” shall share with the Messiah Himself when His eternal reign begins.