Romans 14:12

"For it is written, “‘As I live,’ says the Lord, ‘to me every knee will bow. Every tongue will confess to God.’”"

Key Reflection

This passage highlights the ultimate judgment and acknowledgment of God's sovereignty, indicating that all people—regardless of their current status or beliefs—will one day bow before Him and confess who He is. It underscores the universal accountability and the inevitability of acknowledging God’s authority in the presence of the resurrected Christ.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 12. So then. Wherefore; or according to the doctrine of the Old Testament. Every one of us. That is, every Christian; for the connexion requires us to understand the argument only of Christians. At the same time it is a truth abundantly revealed elsewhere, that all men shall give account of their conduct to God, 2 Co 5:10; Mt 25; Ec 12:14. Give account of himself". That is, of his character and conduct; his words and actions; his plans and purposes. In the fearful arraignment of that day, every work and purpose shall be brought forth, and tried by the unerring standard of justice.

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