Romans 4:7
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- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Blessed are they whose iniquities are forgiven - That is, the man is truly happy whose iniquities αι ανομιαι, whose transgressions of the law are forgiven; for by these he was exposed to the most grievous punishment. Whose sins, αι αμαρτιαι, his innumerable deviations from the strict rule of truth and righteousness, are covered - entirely removed out of sight, and thrown into oblivion. See the meaning of the word sin in the note on Gen 13:13 (note).
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
Saying, Blessed, &c.-- (Psa 32:1-2). David here sings in express terms only of "transgression forgiven, sin covered, iniquity not imputed"; but as the negative blessing necessarily includes the positive, the passage is strictly in point.
John Gill Bible Commentary
Saying, blessed are they,.... These words are cited from Psa 32:1, and contain the proof of the happiness of justified persons. In this citation the singular number is changed into the plural, to take in all sorts of men, Jews and Gentiles, and very agreeably to the sense of the original; for the word may be rendered "blessed are they", or, "O the blessednesses"; that is, of everyone of them, whose iniquities are forgiven, and whose sins are covered: such whom God justifies by imputing the righteousness of his Son to them, he removes their iniquities from them, which is meant by their being "forgiven", and that "as far as the east is from the west", Psa 103:12; he casts them behind his back, Isa 38:17, and into the depths of the sea, Mic 7:19, so that they shall never be found more: such whom he clothes with the robe of righteousness, and garments of salvation, Isa 61:10, "their sins are covered"; from the eye of divine justice, and shall never be seen more, or be brought against them to their condemnation, and therefore must be happy persons. The (e) Jews tell us, that "on the day of atonement Satan comes to accuse Israel, and he particularizes their sins, and the holy blessed God he particularizes their good works, and takes a pair of balances, and puts their sins against their good works, and weighs the one against the other; and when the two scales of the balances are alike, Satan goes to bring in other sins to overweigh; what does the holy blessed God do? he takes the sins out of the scale, and hides them , "under his purple garment"; and when Satan comes and finds no iniquity there, as it is said "the iniquity of Israel shall be sought for, and there shall be none", Jer 50:20; and when Satan sees this, he says before him, Lord of the world, "thou hast taken away the iniquity of thy people, thou hast covered all their sin", Psa 85:2. Selah.'' The purple garment they explain by , "his garment of mercy"; which is true of the mercy of God covering the sins of his people, through the purple blood of his Son; which is the purple covering of Christ, Sol 3:10, under which the saints go safe to glory, and by which blood their crimson and scarlet sins are blotted out, so as never to be seen more. (e) Caphtor, fol. 59. 1, 2.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
4:7-8 This quotation from Ps 32:1-2 follows the Jewish custom of supporting a reference to the Law with a reference in the Prophets or the Writings. Paul also uses a Jewish exegetical technique of linking unrelated quotations with a key word. Here, record . . . has cleared translates the same Greek word as “counted” in Rom 4:3.
Romans 4:7
Abraham Justified by Faith
6And David speaks likewise of the blessedness of the man to whom God credits righteousness apart from works: 7“Blessed are they whose lawless acts are forgiven, whose sins are covered. 8Blessed is the man whose sin the Lord will never count against him.”
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Reading the Bible Slowly
By Richard Wurmbrand4.8K36:53Reading The BibleGEN 1:1MAT 6:33ACT 26:24ROM 4:7In this sermon, the speaker discusses the mission of helping families of Christian martyrs and broadcasting the gospel to communist countries. They emphasize the importance of providing support to the one million Christians currently imprisoned in the Soviet Union. The speaker also highlights the lack of access to Bibles in countries like Russia and China, and the efforts to broadcast the Bible in dictation speech so that people can write it down by hand. The sermon concludes with a personal testimony of the speaker's own experience of finding forgiveness and justification through Christ, and the joy they wish to share with others.
The Rewards of Discipleship
By Paul Washer1.6K1:05:32EXO 34:6MAT 6:33ROM 4:7In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of renewing oneself with the truth of God's Word. He acknowledges that living the Christian life can be challenging, but suggests that we often make it even harder than it needs to be. The preacher highlights the limited amount of time we spend reading and meditating on Scripture compared to the hours we are bombarded by worldly influences, such as television. He encourages listeners to prioritize their relationship with God and to be mindful of the impact that external influences and ungodly relationships can have on their spiritual lives. The preacher emphasizes the need for a deep understanding of who God is and what He has done for us in Christ, and urges believers to present their bodies as living sacrifices to God.
Informal Talk
By Paul Washer1.1K1:47:42TalkEXO 34:5MIC 7:18ROM 4:7In this sermon, the speaker shares a powerful illustration about a coach and a young man at the beach. The coach holds the young man underwater until he is desperate for air, and then tells him that when he wants to succeed in pro-ball as much as he wanted to breathe, he will become a pro-ball player. The speaker uses this story to emphasize the importance of belief and desire in achieving our goals. He also discusses the need to order our lives and prioritize our time in order to focus on God and His Word. The speaker encourages consistency and discipline in seeking God daily and applying His teachings to our lives.
Building Our House on the Rock - Session 2
By Paul Washer1.0K1:14:03MarriageEXO 34:6MAT 6:33ROM 3:23ROM 4:7In this sermon, the preacher discusses the fallen and sinful nature of humanity. He emphasizes that every person is born with a depraved heart, which is the reason for the existence of sin and its consequences in the world. The preacher argues that the gospel message, which highlights God's love and sacrifice for humanity, is often rejected because it requires acknowledging the radical depravity of man. He uses a hypothetical scenario to illustrate the corrupt nature of the human heart and concludes that all other religions and principles are futile in comparison to the truth of the gospel.
What Is the Gospel? - Part 2
By Paul Washer96352:06GospelEXO 34:5MAT 6:33ROM 3:24ROM 4:7ROM 4:25In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of understanding the love of God in the context of our own sin and darkness. He uses a simple illustration of giving a piece of bread to illustrate how the value of a gift is perceived differently depending on the recipient's need. The preacher then delves into the heart of the gospel, explaining the dilemma of God being just and yet justifying wicked men. He poses the question of how God can forgive sinners and still maintain His justice. The preacher suggests that only the gospel can answer this question and encourages the audience to explore this further by examining the book of Exodus, where God reveals His glory to Moses.
Reconciling Biblical Faith
By Robert B. Thompson5661:18:00GEN 15:5ROM 4:3ROM 4:7HEB 11:6In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having strong family relationships for children. They mention a study that showed how children who had less contact with other children were less aggressive and anti-social. The speaker also discusses the temptation to evaluate the success of one's Christian efforts based on external factors, such as the number of people reached. They caution against getting caught up in worldly values and highlight the need to focus on obedience to God, using the example of Abraham who obeyed God's call to go to a new land. The sermon concludes with a reminder of God's promise to Abraham that he would have many descendants.
Bloodshed
By G.W. North0God's Redemptive PlanThe Significance of the BloodGEN 4:10EXO 12:7LEV 17:11MAT 19:8ROM 4:7HEB 9:22G.W. North explores the profound significance of 'the Blood' as introduced in Genesis, emphasizing its foundational role in the biblical narrative of salvation. He illustrates how the original concept of blood, symbolizing life and atonement, evolves through scripture, particularly in the context of the Passover and the Old Covenant. North highlights that while God adapted His commands to humanity's sinfulness, the essence of His original intention regarding blood remains unchanged. He contrasts the outward application of blood in the Old Testament with the deeper spiritual truths that would later be fulfilled in Christ. Ultimately, North calls for a deeper understanding of the blood's power and its ultimate purpose in God's redemptive plan.
Worthy of Love
By Clement of Rome0ROM 4:71CO 13:4EPH 1:41JN 1:91JN 4:7Clement of Rome preaches about the greatness and perfection of love, emphasizing that only those whom God has enabled can truly abide in it. He urges the congregation to pray for God's mercy to live blamelessly in love, devoid of favoritism. Those perfected in love by God will be revealed in Christ's kingdom, as written in Scripture. The blessedness of having sins forgiven and being chosen by God through Jesus Christ is attainable through keeping God's commandments in love.
Backsliders; Saved or Lost?
By John R. Rice0HOS 11:8JHN 3:36JHN 10:27ROM 4:7ROM 11:29EPH 2:8John R. Rice preaches about the backslider's status as a child of God, emphasizing that despite deserving punishment for disobedience, every born-again child of God who falls into sin remains God's child. He highlights that salvation is not earned through works but is a gift of grace, citing Ephesians 2:8-9. Rice reassures that God's love for His backslidden children never fails, drawing parallels to earthly parental love and referencing Hosea 11:8-9 to illustrate God's unwavering mercy. He concludes by urging backsliders to return to God's loving embrace, emphasizing that God's forgiveness and eternal life are steadfast for those who believe in Christ.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Blessed are they whose iniquities are forgiven - That is, the man is truly happy whose iniquities αι ανομιαι, whose transgressions of the law are forgiven; for by these he was exposed to the most grievous punishment. Whose sins, αι αμαρτιαι, his innumerable deviations from the strict rule of truth and righteousness, are covered - entirely removed out of sight, and thrown into oblivion. See the meaning of the word sin in the note on Gen 13:13 (note).
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
Saying, Blessed, &c.-- (Psa 32:1-2). David here sings in express terms only of "transgression forgiven, sin covered, iniquity not imputed"; but as the negative blessing necessarily includes the positive, the passage is strictly in point.
John Gill Bible Commentary
Saying, blessed are they,.... These words are cited from Psa 32:1, and contain the proof of the happiness of justified persons. In this citation the singular number is changed into the plural, to take in all sorts of men, Jews and Gentiles, and very agreeably to the sense of the original; for the word may be rendered "blessed are they", or, "O the blessednesses"; that is, of everyone of them, whose iniquities are forgiven, and whose sins are covered: such whom God justifies by imputing the righteousness of his Son to them, he removes their iniquities from them, which is meant by their being "forgiven", and that "as far as the east is from the west", Psa 103:12; he casts them behind his back, Isa 38:17, and into the depths of the sea, Mic 7:19, so that they shall never be found more: such whom he clothes with the robe of righteousness, and garments of salvation, Isa 61:10, "their sins are covered"; from the eye of divine justice, and shall never be seen more, or be brought against them to their condemnation, and therefore must be happy persons. The (e) Jews tell us, that "on the day of atonement Satan comes to accuse Israel, and he particularizes their sins, and the holy blessed God he particularizes their good works, and takes a pair of balances, and puts their sins against their good works, and weighs the one against the other; and when the two scales of the balances are alike, Satan goes to bring in other sins to overweigh; what does the holy blessed God do? he takes the sins out of the scale, and hides them , "under his purple garment"; and when Satan comes and finds no iniquity there, as it is said "the iniquity of Israel shall be sought for, and there shall be none", Jer 50:20; and when Satan sees this, he says before him, Lord of the world, "thou hast taken away the iniquity of thy people, thou hast covered all their sin", Psa 85:2. Selah.'' The purple garment they explain by , "his garment of mercy"; which is true of the mercy of God covering the sins of his people, through the purple blood of his Son; which is the purple covering of Christ, Sol 3:10, under which the saints go safe to glory, and by which blood their crimson and scarlet sins are blotted out, so as never to be seen more. (e) Caphtor, fol. 59. 1, 2.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
4:7-8 This quotation from Ps 32:1-2 follows the Jewish custom of supporting a reference to the Law with a reference in the Prophets or the Writings. Paul also uses a Jewish exegetical technique of linking unrelated quotations with a key word. Here, record . . . has cleared translates the same Greek word as “counted” in Rom 4:3.