Romans 14:9
“For to this end Christ both died, and rose, and revived, that he might be Lord both of the dead and living.”

What does Romans 14:9 mean?
Romans 14:9 in the King James Version states, "For to this end Christ both died, and rose, and revived, that he might be Lord both of the dead and living." This verse encapsulates the core of Christian belief in the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, and the implications of…
Read full commentaryDevotionalThe Lord of Life and Death: Embracing Christ's Sovereignty
As we delve into the rich depths of Romans 14:9, we stand at the intersection of life and death, a fundamental aspect of the human condition that Christ came to transform. The verse states, "For to this end Christ both died, and rose, and revived, that he might be Lord both of…
Read devotionalPrayerA Prayer of Gratitude for Christ’s Lordship
O Sovereign Lord, our hearts are lifted to You in profound gratitude as we pause in Your divine presence. We gather our thoughts and intentions to reflect on the profound truth of Romans 14:9, which states, "For to this end Christ both died, and rose, and revived, that he might…
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