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But glory and honor and peace to every man who works good, to the Jew first, and also to the Greek.
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Not Salvation by Works
Commentators are clear that this verse does not teach salvation through good deeds. Instead, the 'good' that is rewarded is the fruit and evidence of a life transformed by faith. As one scholar puts it, these works 'attest to the salvation they have received by faith,' they do not earn it.
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Romans
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The apostle speaks plainly in order to startle Jews out of their lethargy of self-deception. What the nation is doing by its stubbornness and impen…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
But glory, honour, and peace Which are so many words for the everlasting happiness of the saints; which is a "crown …
Presbyterian
The Jews thought themselves a holy people, entitled to their privileges by right, while they were unthankful, rebellious, and unrighteous. But all …
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13th Century
Catholic
After suggesting that God’s judgment is true and refuting the contrary opinion, the Apostle here explains the truth of God’s judgment.
