Romans 2:7

French NEG79 1979 (Segond Nouvelle Edition de Genève 1979)

il réserve la vie éternelle à ceux qui, par la persévérance à bien faire, cherchent l'honneur, la gloire et l'immortalité;

Que signifie ce verset ?

This verse from Romans says that people who keep doing good things for a long time, looking for honor and eternal life, will receive it. It's about the rewards of living a righteous life.

Expliqué aux enfants

Imagine you have a garden where you plant flowers every day with lots of care. Over time, your garden becomes beautiful and full of glory because you worked hard at it every day. This verse is like that; if we do good things all the time, God will give us something really special.

Contexte historique

Paul wrote Romans around 57 AD to the Christians in Rome. He was addressing a diverse audience including both Jewish and Gentile believers, emphasizing unity and righteousness as important virtues within their community.

Application pour aujourd'hui

If you are someone who keeps trying to do good things for others even when it's hard or takes time, this verse reminds you that God notices your efforts and will reward them. For example, volunteering at a shelter every weekend shows patient continuance in well doing.

Thèmes

• righteousness
• reward
• perseverance
• eternal life
• glory
• honor

Versets liés

• 1 Corinthians 9:24-27
• Galatians 6:9
• Matthew 5:10-12
• Proverbs 13:22
• Ephesians 6:8

Lectures recommandées

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Questions fréquentes

Who is Paul addressing when he says this verse?

Paul was writing to the Christians in Rome, likely both Jewish and Gentile believers. He wanted them to understand the importance of living a righteous life.

What does 'patient continuance' mean in Romans 2:7?

'Patient continuance' means persisting with patience over time, especially when doing good deeds. It's about not giving up even if it takes a long time to see results.

How can we apply this verse to our daily lives?

We can apply this by consistently trying to do what is right and good in all situations, no matter how small or difficult they might be. This aligns with God's promise of eternal life for those who seek it through their actions.

What are the rewards mentioned in Romans 2:7?

The verse mentions glory, honor, immortality, and eternal life as rewards for those who persistently do good works. These represent both earthly recognition and ultimate salvation.