Romans 3:8 nasb — And why not say (as we are slanderously reported and as some claim that we say), "Let us do evil that good may come"? T…

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"And why not say (as we are slanderously reported and as some claim that we say), "Let us do evil that good may come"? Their condemnation is just."

— Romans 3:8, NASB

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Romans 3 — Context

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But if our unrighteousness demonstrates the righteousness of God, what shall we say? The God who inflicts wrath is not unrighteous, is He? (I am speaking in human terms.)

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

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

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And why not say (as we are slanderously reported and as some claim that we say), "Let us do evil that good may come"? Their condemnation is just.

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What then? Are we better than they? Not at all; for we have already charged that both Jews and Greeks are all under sin;

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as it is written, "THERE IS NONE RIGHTEOUS, NOT EVEN ONE;

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THERE IS NONE WHO UNDERSTANDS, THERE IS NONE WHO SEEKS FOR GOD;

Romans 3:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Romans 3:8 say?
Romans 3:8 in the NASB reads: “And why not say (as we are slanderously reported and as some claim that we say), "Let us do evil that good may come"? Their condemnation is just.”
Where is Romans 3:8 in the Bible?
Romans 3:8 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Romans, chapter 3, verse 8.
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 3:8.
What translation should I read Romans 3:8 in?
Romans 3:8 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 3:8?
Romans 3:8 reads (NASB): “And why not say (as we are slanderously reported and as some claim that we say), "Let us do evil that good may come"? Their condemnation is just.” 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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