Romans 6:18
Romans 6:18 in Multiple Translations
You have been set free from sin and have become slaves to righteousness.
Being then made free from sin, ye became the servants of righteousness.
and being made free from sin, ye became servants of righteousness.
And being made free from sin you have been made the servants of righteousness.
Now that you've been freed from sin, you've become slaves of doing what is morally right.
Being then made free from sinne, yee are made the seruants of righteousnesse.
and having been freed from the sin, ye became servants to the righteousness.
Being made free from sin, you became bondservants of righteousness.
Being then made free from sin, ye became the servants of righteousness.
Being then freed from sin, we have been made servants of justice.
I also thank God that you have been freed {that he has freed you} from being controlled by a desire to sin, and that you have become as though you were slaves [MET] to living righteously [MET].
You are free now. You don’t have to do those bad things any more. You have got a new good boss now, and you have to do good things all the time.
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Greek Word Reference — Romans 6:18
Study Notes — Romans 6:18
- Context
- Cross References
- Romans 6:18 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Romans 6:18
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Romans 6:18
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Romans 6:18
- Trapp's Commentary on Romans 6:18
- Ellicott's Commentary on Romans 6:18
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Romans 6:18
- Cambridge Bible on Romans 6:18
- Barnes' Notes on Romans 6:18
- Sermons on Romans 6:18
Context — The Wages of Sin
18You have been set free from sin and have become slaves to righteousness.
19I am speaking in human terms because of the weakness of your flesh. Just as you used to offer the parts of your body in slavery to impurity and to escalating wickedness, so now offer them in slavery to righteousness leading to holiness. 20For when you were slaves to sin, you were free of obligation to righteousness.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Romans 6:22 | But now that you have been set free from sin and have become slaves to God, the fruit you reap leads to holiness, and the outcome is eternal life. |
| 2 | Romans 8:2 | For in Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit of life set you free from the law of sin and death. |
| 3 | Galatians 5:1 | It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not be encumbered once more by a yoke of slavery. |
| 4 | John 8:32 | Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” |
| 5 | Romans 6:14 | For sin shall not be your master, because you are not under law, but under grace. |
| 6 | Romans 6:7 | For anyone who has died has been freed from sin. |
| 7 | Isaiah 54:17 | No weapon formed against you shall prosper, and you will refute every tongue that accuses you. This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and their vindication is from Me,” declares the LORD. |
| 8 | 1 Peter 2:16 | Live in freedom, but do not use your freedom as a cover-up for evil; live as servants of God. |
| 9 | Psalms 119:45 | And I will walk in freedom, for I have sought Your precepts. |
| 10 | Psalms 119:32 | I run in the path of Your commandments, for You will enlarge my heart. |
Romans 6:18 Summary
[Romans 6:18 tells us that we have been set free from sin and have become slaves to righteousness, which means that we are no longer controlled by sin, but instead are under the loving leadership of God, as seen in John 8:36 and Galatians 5:1. This is a wonderful truth that should fill our hearts with joy and gratitude, and as we live out this new reality, we can trust in God's power to help us, as promised in Philippians 2:13 and 2 Corinthians 9:8. As we surrender our lives to God, we can experience the freedom and joy that comes from being slaves to righteousness, and we can live a life that honors God, as taught in 1 Corinthians 6:20 and Romans 12:1-2.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to be set free from sin?
According to Romans 6:18, being set free from sin means that we are no longer slaves to its power, thanks to the work of Jesus Christ on the cross, as seen in Romans 5:8 and John 8:36.
How can we become slaves to righteousness?
Becoming slaves to righteousness involves surrendering our lives to God and following His commands, as taught in Matthew 22:37-40 and Romans 12:1-2, and trusting in the power of the Holy Spirit to guide us, as seen in Galatians 5:16-25.
Is it possible to be a slave to both sin and righteousness at the same time?
No, according to Romans 6:16, we can only be slaves to one or the other, and as Romans 6:18 states, we have been set free from sin to become slaves to righteousness, with no middle ground, as emphasized in James 1:8 and Matthew 6:24.
What is the relationship between being set free from sin and becoming slaves to righteousness?
According to Romans 6:18, being set free from sin and becoming slaves to righteousness are two sides of the same coin, as seen in the context of Romans 6:16-23, where our obedience to God leads to righteousness, and our disobedience leads to sin, as also taught in 2 Peter 2:20 and 1 John 3:9.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I am still a slave to sin, and how can I surrender them to God's righteousness?
- How can I practically live out my newfound slavery to righteousness in my daily life, and what does that look like in my relationships and decisions?
- What are some ways that I can 'offer the parts of my body in slavery to righteousness leading to holiness', as mentioned in Romans 6:19, and how can I make that a daily habit?
- In what ways do I still struggle with the 'weakness of my flesh', as mentioned in Romans 6:19, and how can I seek God's strength to overcome it?
Gill's Exposition on Romans 6:18
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Romans 6:18
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Romans 6:18
Trapp's Commentary on Romans 6:18
Ellicott's Commentary on Romans 6:18
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Romans 6:18
Cambridge Bible on Romans 6:18
Barnes' Notes on Romans 6:18
Sermons on Romans 6:18
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Brokenness Study #6 - After Brokenness What Then? by Charles Stanley | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of brokenness and its significance in a person's life. He explains that humans have a body, soul, and spirit, and that before bein |
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He Will Set You Free by Paris Reidhead | Salvation is not found in plans, verses, ordinances, or decisions, but in a person - Jesus Christ. He died not to send salvation but to become it, setting His people free from the |
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(Romans) Romans 6:1-23 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon on Romans Chapter 6, the preacher explains how the Gospel addresses the problem of our sinful nature even after our past sins are forgiven. He uses two illustrations |
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What Is My Authority by Richard Wurmbrand | In this sermon, the speaker shares his experiences of preaching in communist countries and the persecution he faced. He emphasizes the importance of not hating the communists but i |
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(Christ—the Way God Makes Man Righteous) 13. Righteousness Imparted by Denny Kenaston | In this sermon, Brother Denny discusses how God imparts righteousness in our lives through various means. He emphasizes the importance of memorizing and meditating on God's word, a |
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Don't Bow (Compilation) by Compilations | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of resistance and perseverance in the face of trials and challenges. He urges Christians to be girded with the word of God an |
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Does Doctrine Matter - Part 1 by Derek Melton | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of doctrine in the church. He acknowledges the impact of their online presence, with thousands of people downloading sermons |







