Romans 8:24 web — For we were saved in hope, but hope that is seen is not hope. For who hopes for that which he sees?

World English Bible

"For we were saved in hope, but hope that is seen is not hope. For who hopes for that which he sees?"

— Romans 8:24, World English Bible

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Romans 8 — Context

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that the creation itself also will be delivered from the bondage of decay into the liberty of the glory of the children of God.

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For we know that the whole creation groans and travails in pain together until now.

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Not only so, but ourselves also, who have the first fruits of the Spirit, even we ourselves groan within ourselves, waiting for adoption, the redemption of our body.

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For we were saved in hope, but hope that is seen is not hope. For who hopes for that which he sees?

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But if we hope for that which we don't see, we wait for it with patience.

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In the same way, the Spirit also helps our weaknesses, for we don't know how to pray as we ought. But the Spirit himself makes intercession for us with groanings which can't be uttered.

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He who searches the hearts knows what is on the Spirit's mind, because he makes intercession for the saints according to God.

Romans 8:24 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Romans 8:24 say?
Romans 8:24 in the World English Bible reads: “For we were saved in hope, but hope that is seen is not hope. For who hopes for that which he sees?”
Where is Romans 8:24 in the Bible?
Romans 8:24 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Romans, chapter 8, verse 24.
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 8:24.
What translation should I read Romans 8:24 in?
Romans 8:24 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 8:24?
Romans 8:24 reads (WEB): “For we were saved in hope, but hope that is seen is not hope. For who hopes for that which he sees?” 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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