Romans 8:31

"Whom he predestined, those he also called. Whom he called, those he also justified. Whom he justified, those he also glorified."

Key Reflection

This verse illustrates a coherent and unbroken chain of divine action: God's predestination leads to His call, which in turn results in justification and ultimately glorification. It underscores that those whom God has chosen from eternity are guaranteed salvation through every stage, reflecting the immutable nature of His purpose.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 31. What shall we then say, etc. What fairly follows from the facts stated? or what conclusion shall we draw in regard to the power of the Christian religion to support us in our trials from the considerations which have been stated? What the influence is he proceeds to state. If God be for us. Be on our side, or is our friend, as he has shown himself to be by adopting us, (Ro 8:15) by granting to us his Spirit, (Ro 8:16,17,26,27) and by his gracious purpose to save us, (Ro 8:29,30.) Who can be against us? Who can injure or destroy us? Sinners may be against us, and so may the great enemy of our souls, but their power to destroy us is taken away.

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