Romans 5:11

"For if while we were enemies, we were reconciled to God through the death of his Son, much more, being reconciled, we will be saved by his life."

Key Reflection

This verse underscores the transformative power of Christ's sacrifice; not only did His death reconcile us to God, but His continued presence and life ensure our ultimate salvation, highlighting the dual salvific work of Christ in both his suffering and his resurrection.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 11. And not only so. The apostle states another effect of justification. We also joy in God. In Ro 5:2, he had said that we rejoice in tribulations, and in hope of the glory of God. But he here adds that we rejoice in God himself; in his existence; his attributes; his justice, holiness, mercy, truth, love. The Christian rejoices that God is such a Being as he is; and glories that the universe is under his administration. The sinner is opposed to him; he finds no pleasure in him; he fears or hates him; and deems him unqualified for universal empire.

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