Romans 4:3 net — For what does the scripture say?“Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness.”

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"For what does the scripture say?“Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness.”"

— Romans 4:3, NET Bible

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Romans 4 — Context

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The Illustration of Justification What then shall we say that Abraham, our ancestor according to the flesh, has discovered regarding this matter?

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For if Abraham was declared righteous by works, he has something to boast about– but not before God.

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For what does the scripture say?“Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness.”

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Now to the one who works, his pay is not credited due to grace but due to obligation.

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But to the one who does not work, but believes in the one who declares the ungodly righteous, his faith is credited as righteousness.

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So even David himself speaks regarding the blessedness of the man to whom God credits righteousness apart from works:

Romans 4:3 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Romans 4:3 say?
Romans 4:3 in the NET Bible reads: “For what does the scripture say?“Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness.””
Where is Romans 4:3 in the Bible?
Romans 4:3 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Romans, chapter 4, verse 3.
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 4:3.
What translation should I read Romans 4:3 in?
Romans 4:3 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 4:3?
Romans 4:3 reads (NET): “For what does the scripture say?“Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness.”” 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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