Romans 5:13
Verse
Context
Death in Adam, Life in Christ
12Therefore, just as sin entered the world through one man, and death through sin, so also death was passed on to all men, because all sinned.13For sin was in the world before the law was given; but sin is not taken into account when there is no law.14Nevertheless, death reigned from Adam until Moses, even over those who did not sin in the way that Adam transgressed. He is a pattern of the One to come.
Sermons
Rick Leibee
Ernest O'Neill
Zac PoonenRandolph S. FosterSummary
Commentary
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
For until the law sin was in the world - As death reigned from Adam to Moses, so also did sin. Now, as there was no written law from Adam to that given to Moses, the death that prevailed could not be the breach of that law; for sin, so as to be punished with temporal death, is not imputed where there is no law, which shows the penalty of sin to be death. Therefore, men are not subjected to death for their own personal transgressions, but for the sin of Adam; as, through his transgression, all come into the world with the seeds of death and corruption in their own nature, superadded to their moral depravity. All are sinful - all are mortal - and all must die.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
For until the law sin was in the world--that is during all the period from Adam "until the law" of Moses was given, God continued to treat men as sinners. but sin is not imputed where there is no law--"There must therefore have been a law during that period, because sin was then imputed"; as is now to be shown.
John Gill Bible Commentary
For until the law, sin was in the world,.... This is a proof of sin's having entered into the world, by one man's transgression of the positive law of God, which forbid him the eating of the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil; since it was in the world before the law of Moses was given: the sin of Adam and the guilt of that were in the world before, and came upon all men to condemnation; the general corruption of nature appeared before; and actual sins, and transgressions of all sorts were committed before; as by the immediate posterity of Adam, by the men of the old world, by the inhabitants of Sodom and Gomorrah, by the patriarchs and their posterity, by the Egyptians, Canaanites, and others. They were all guilty of sin, corrupted by it, and under the dominion of it, except such as were released from it by the grace of God: now when sin is said to be until this time, the meaning is not that it existed and continued until the law of Moses took place, and then ceased; for that law did not, and could not take away sin, it rather increased it, at least it became more known by it; but that it was in being before it, and had influence and power over the sons of men, so as to subject them to death: but sin is not imputed when there is no law. This looks like an objection, that if there was no law before Moses's time, then there was no sin, nor could any action of man be known or accounted by them as sinful, or be imputed to them to condemnation; or rather it is a concession, allowing that where there is no law, sin is not imputed; but there was a law before that law of Moses, which law was transgressed, and the sin or transgression of it was imputed to men to condemnation and death, as appears from what follows.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
5:13-14 Paul continues his explanation of “everyone sinned” (5:12) by stating that people who died between the times of Adam and Moses were not subject to specific commandments from God. Therefore, their condemnation was not only because of their own sin. It was because of their union with Adam, who sinned by violating an explicit commandment of God.
Romans 5:13
Death in Adam, Life in Christ
12Therefore, just as sin entered the world through one man, and death through sin, so also death was passed on to all men, because all sinned.13For sin was in the world before the law was given; but sin is not taken into account when there is no law.14Nevertheless, death reigned from Adam until Moses, even over those who did not sin in the way that Adam transgressed. He is a pattern of the One to come.
- Scripture
- Sermons
- Commentary
Setting Standards in the Home
By Rick Leibee6511:04:33MAT 22:37JHN 3:16ROM 4:15ROM 5:13EPH 6:1EPH 6:4COL 3:21In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of setting and maintaining standards in our homes. He emphasizes the need for clear communication and understanding between parents and children. The speaker highlights four key aspects of obedience: doing what is asked immediately, doing it completely, doing it with a cheerful attitude, and doing it in accordance with the child's level of understanding. He also encourages parents to consider the delivery and reception of their instructions, taking into account the individual abilities and maturity of each child.
Resistance (Romans 5:13)
By Ernest O'Neill62229:42GEN 3:6EXO 20:1PSA 46:10ROM 5:13In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the need for real spiritual nourishment in a world filled with distractions. He describes how people often get caught up in the busyness of life, relying on superficial things like TV dinners and entertainment to fill their time. However, he argues that this leads to a dissipated spirit and a wasted evening. The speaker encourages listeners to reject this way of living and instead seek a deeper understanding of God's will and purpose for their lives. He highlights the importance of seeing ourselves as God's companions and striving to become more like Him.
Conscious and Unconscious Sin
By Zac Poonen0Grace and CleansingSinROM 5:131JN 1:71JN 3:2Zac Poonen discusses the distinction between conscious and unconscious sin, emphasizing that while we may have unconscious sin within us, it does not lead to guilt as long as we are unaware of it. He explains that God's grace covers our unconscious sins, and that true awareness of our imperfections is essential for spiritual growth. Poonen encourages believers to walk in the light, acknowledging that while we will always have some degree of unconscious sin, the blood of Jesus cleanses us from all sin, allowing us to stand confidently before God.
Four Important Distinctions We Need to Know
By Zac Poonen0ROM 5:131CO 10:13HEB 4:15JAS 1:141JN 3:8Zac Poonen preaches on the topics of Temptation and Sin, emphasizing the difference between being tempted and sinning, using Jesus as the ultimate example of overcoming temptation without sin. He also delves into the concept of the Old Man and the New Man, highlighting the new nature within disciples that loves purity and hates sin, but may struggle due to lack of spiritual nourishment. Poonen discusses Conscious and Unconscious Sin, explaining the presence of sin in our personalities and the need for continuous cleansing through the blood of Jesus. Lastly, he touches on Mercy and Grace, encouraging believers to seek both forgiveness for past sins (mercy) and empowerment to overcome future temptations (grace) through the promises in God's Word.
Objections to Calvinism - 7. the Heathen World
By Randolph S. Foster0PSA 92:15PSA 145:17ISA 45:9ROM 2:8ROM 4:15ROM 5:13JAS 1:13Randolph S. Foster passionately denounces the Calvinistic view of the heathen world, particularly focusing on the doctrine of reprobation and infant damnation. He argues against the belief that God predestines certain individuals to damnation, emphasizing the revolting nature of such a doctrine and its implications on God's justice and goodness. Foster highlights the inconsistency of this belief with Scripture, reason, and common sense, pointing out the lack of evidence to support it. He challenges the notion that God's sovereignty can be used to justify teachings that contradict His righteous and merciful nature.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
For until the law sin was in the world - As death reigned from Adam to Moses, so also did sin. Now, as there was no written law from Adam to that given to Moses, the death that prevailed could not be the breach of that law; for sin, so as to be punished with temporal death, is not imputed where there is no law, which shows the penalty of sin to be death. Therefore, men are not subjected to death for their own personal transgressions, but for the sin of Adam; as, through his transgression, all come into the world with the seeds of death and corruption in their own nature, superadded to their moral depravity. All are sinful - all are mortal - and all must die.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
For until the law sin was in the world--that is during all the period from Adam "until the law" of Moses was given, God continued to treat men as sinners. but sin is not imputed where there is no law--"There must therefore have been a law during that period, because sin was then imputed"; as is now to be shown.
John Gill Bible Commentary
For until the law, sin was in the world,.... This is a proof of sin's having entered into the world, by one man's transgression of the positive law of God, which forbid him the eating of the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil; since it was in the world before the law of Moses was given: the sin of Adam and the guilt of that were in the world before, and came upon all men to condemnation; the general corruption of nature appeared before; and actual sins, and transgressions of all sorts were committed before; as by the immediate posterity of Adam, by the men of the old world, by the inhabitants of Sodom and Gomorrah, by the patriarchs and their posterity, by the Egyptians, Canaanites, and others. They were all guilty of sin, corrupted by it, and under the dominion of it, except such as were released from it by the grace of God: now when sin is said to be until this time, the meaning is not that it existed and continued until the law of Moses took place, and then ceased; for that law did not, and could not take away sin, it rather increased it, at least it became more known by it; but that it was in being before it, and had influence and power over the sons of men, so as to subject them to death: but sin is not imputed when there is no law. This looks like an objection, that if there was no law before Moses's time, then there was no sin, nor could any action of man be known or accounted by them as sinful, or be imputed to them to condemnation; or rather it is a concession, allowing that where there is no law, sin is not imputed; but there was a law before that law of Moses, which law was transgressed, and the sin or transgression of it was imputed to men to condemnation and death, as appears from what follows.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
5:13-14 Paul continues his explanation of “everyone sinned” (5:12) by stating that people who died between the times of Adam and Moses were not subject to specific commandments from God. Therefore, their condemnation was not only because of their own sin. It was because of their union with Adam, who sinned by violating an explicit commandment of God.