Romans 5:20-21

“Moreover the law entered, that the offence might abound. But where sin abounded, grace did much more abound: That as sin hath reigned unto death, even so might grace reign through righteousness unto eternal life by Jesus Christ our Lord.”

"Moreover the law entered, that the offence might abound. But where sin abounded, grace did much more abound: That as sin hath reigned unto death, even so might grace reign through righteousness unto eternal life by Jesus Christ our Lord." - Romans 5:20-21
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What does Romans 5:20-21 mean?

Romans 5:20-21 in the King James Version (KJV) reads: Moreover the law entered, that the offense might abound. But where sin abounded, grace did much more abound: That as sin hath reigned unto death, even so might grace reign through righteousness unto eternal life by Jesus…

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Abounding Grace: A Deeper Look into Romans 5:20-21

When we study the Scriptures, it is essential to understand both the context and the depth of the verses we encounter. Romans 5:20-21 offers a profound insight into the relationship between sin and grace, presenting a divine truth that resonates deeply with our human experience…

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A Prayer for Grace Abounding

Heavenly Father, We come before You today with hearts full of gratitude and reverence for Your marvelous grace and infinite mercy. We thank You for the precious gift of Your Word, where we find the truth that sets us free. As we meditate on Romans 5:20-21, we are reminded of the…

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Romans 5:20-21 - "The law was brought in so that the trespass might increase. But where sin increased, grace increased all the more, so that, just as sin reigned in death, so also grace might reign through righteousness to bring eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord."
Romans 5:20 - "Moreover the law entered, that the offence might abound. But where sin abounded, grace did much more abound:"
Romans 4:20-21 - "He staggered not at the promise of God through unbelief; but was strong in faith, giving glory to God; And being fully persuaded that, what he had promised, he was able also to perform."
Romans 5:21 - "That as sin hath reigned unto death, even so might grace reign through righteousness unto eternal life by Jesus Christ our Lord."
"Moreover the law entered, that the offence might abound. But where sin abounded, grace did much more abound:" - Romans 5:20
Romans 12:20-21 - "On the contrary: "If your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink. In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head." Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good."
Luke 5:20-21 - "When Jesus saw their faith, he said, “Friend, your sins are forgiven.” The Pharisees and the teachers of the law began thinking to themselves, “Who is this fellow who speaks blasphemy? Who can forgive sins but God alone?”"
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Romans 12:21 - "Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good."
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Romans 5:8
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Romans 5: 1-11
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Romans 5:4 - "And patience, experience; and experience, hope:"
Romans 6:20 - "For when ye were the servants of sin, ye were free from righteousness."
Romans 2:20 - "An instructor of the foolish, a teacher of babes, which hast the form of knowledge and of the truth in the law."
Romans 16:21 - "Timotheus my workfellow, and Lucius, and Jason, and Sosipater, my kinsmen, salute you."
Romans 3:21 - "But now the righteousness of God without the law is manifested, being witnessed by the law and the prophets;"
Romans 15:21 - "But as it is written, To whom he was not spoken of, they shall see: and they that have not heard shall understand."
Acts 16:21 - "And teach customs, which are not lawful for us to receive, neither to observe, being Romans."
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