Romans 3:4 web — May it never be! Yes, let God be found true, but every man a liar. As it is written, "That you might be justified in yo…

World English Bible

"May it never be! Yes, let God be found true, but every man a liar. As it is written, "That you might be justified in your words, and might prevail when you come into judgment.""

— Romans 3:4, World English Bible

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Romans 3 — Context

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Then what advantage does the Jew have? Or what is the profit of circumcision?

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Much in every way! Because first of all, they were entrusted with the oracles of God.

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For what if some were without faith? Will their lack of faith nullify the faithfulness of God?

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May it never be! Yes, let God be found true, but every man a liar. As it is written, "That you might be justified in your words, and might prevail when you come into judgment."

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But if our unrighteousness commends the righteousness of God, what will we say? Is God unrighteous who inflicts wrath? I speak like men do.

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May it never be! For then how will God judge the world?

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For if the truth of God through my lie abounded to his glory, why am I also still judged as a sinner?

Romans 3:4 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Romans 3:4 say?
Romans 3:4 in the World English Bible reads: “May it never be! Yes, let God be found true, but every man a liar. As it is written, "That you might be justified in your words, and might prevail when you come into judgment."”
Where is Romans 3:4 in the Bible?
Romans 3:4 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Romans, chapter 3, verse 4.
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 3:4.
What translation should I read Romans 3:4 in?
Romans 3:4 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 3:4?
Romans 3:4 reads (WEB): “May it never be! Yes, let God be found true, but every man a liar. As it is written, "That you might be justified in your words, and might prevail when you come into judgment."” 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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