Romans 1:16 web — For I am not ashamed of the Good News of Christ, for it is the power of God for salvation for everyone who believes; fo…

World English Bible

"For I am not ashamed of the Good News of Christ, for it is the power of God for salvation for everyone who believes; for the Jew first, and also for the Greek."

— Romans 1:16, World English Bible

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Romans 1 — Context

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Now I don't desire to have you unaware, brothers, that I often planned to come to you, and was hindered so far, that I might have some fruit among you also, even as among the rest of the Gentiles.

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I am debtor both to Greeks and to foreigners, both to the wise and to the foolish.

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So, as much as is in me, I am eager to preach the Good News to you also who are in Rome.

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For I am not ashamed of the Good News of Christ, for it is the power of God for salvation for everyone who believes; for the Jew first, and also for the Greek.

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For in it is revealed God's righteousness from faith to faith. As it is written, "But the righteous shall live by faith."

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For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who suppress the truth in unrighteousness,

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because that which is known of God is revealed in them, for God revealed it to them.

Romans 1:16 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Romans 1:16 say?
Romans 1:16 in the World English Bible reads: “For I am not ashamed of the Good News of Christ, for it is the power of God for salvation for everyone who believes; for the Jew first, and also for the Greek.”
Where is Romans 1:16 in the Bible?
Romans 1:16 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Romans, chapter 1, verse 16.
Who wrote Romans?
Romans is traditionally attributed to Paul the Apostle. It was written c. AD 56–57.
What is the book of Romans about?
Romans is Paul's most systematic exposition of the gospel — the universal need for salvation, justification by faith in Christ, the new life of the Spirit, the place of Israel in God's plan, and the practical shape of a transformed community. The most influential letter in church history.
What are the major themes of Romans?
Romans explores themes including Righteousness by Faith, Sin, Grace, Spirit-Filled Life, Israel, Christian Living. These themes shape the meaning and context of Romans 1:16.
What translation should I read Romans 1:16 in?
Romans 1:16 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Romans 1:16?
Romans 1:16 reads (WEB): “For I am not ashamed of the Good News of Christ, for it is the power of God for salvation for everyone who believes; for the Jew first, and also for the Greek.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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