Romans 2:6 net — He will reward each one according to his works:

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"He will reward each one according to his works:"

— Romans 2:6, NET Bible

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Romans 2 — Context

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And do you think, whoever you are, when you judge those who practice such things and yet do them yourself, that you will escape God’s judgment?

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Or do you have contempt for the wealth of his kindness, forbearance, and patience, and yet do not know that God’s kindness leads you to repentance?

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But because of your stubbornness and your unrepentant heart, you are storing up wrath for yourselves in the day of wrath, when God’s righteous judgment is revealed!

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He will reward each one according to his works:

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eternal life to those who by perseverance in good works seek glory and honor and immortality,

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but wrath and anger to those who live in selfish ambition and do not obey the truth but follow unrighteousness.

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There will be affliction and distress on everyone who does evil, on the Jew first and also the Greek,

Romans 2:6 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Romans 2:6 say?
Romans 2:6 in the NET Bible reads: “He will reward each one according to his works:”
Where is Romans 2:6 in the Bible?
Romans 2:6 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Romans, chapter 2, verse 6.
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 2:6.
What translation should I read Romans 2:6 in?
Romans 2:6 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 2:6?
Romans 2:6 reads (NET): “He will reward each one according to his works:” 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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