New International Version that the creation itself will be liberated from its bondage to decay and brought into the freedom and glory of the children of God. New Living Translation the creation looks forward to the day when it will join God’s children in glorious freedom from death and decay. English Standard Version that the creation itself will be set free from its bondage to corruption and obtain the freedom of the glory of the children of God. Berean Standard Bible that the creation itself will be set free from its bondage to decay and brought into the glorious freedom of the children of God. Berean Literal Bible that the creation itself will also be set free from the bondage of decay, into the freedom of the glory of the children of God. King James Bible Because the creature itself also shall be delivered from the bondage of corruption into the glorious liberty of the children of God. New King James Version because the creation itself also will be delivered from the bondage of corruption into the glorious liberty of the children of God. New American Standard Bible that the creation itself also will be set free from its slavery to corruption into the freedom of the glory of the children of God. NASB 1995 that the creation itself also will be set free from its slavery to corruption into the freedom of the glory of the children of God. NASB 1977 that the creation itself also will be set free from its slavery to corruption into the freedom of the glory of the children of God. Legacy Standard Bible that the creation itself also will be set free from its slavery to corruption into the freedom of the glory of the children of God. Amplified Bible that the creation itself will also be freed from its bondage to decay [and gain entrance] into the glorious freedom of the children of God. Berean Annotated Bible that the creation itself will be set free from its bondage to decay and brought into the glorious freedom (liberty) of the children of God {Theou}. Christian Standard Bible that the creation itself will also be set free from the bondage to decay into the glorious freedom of God’s children. Holman Christian Standard Bible that the creation itself will also be set free from the bondage of corruption into the glorious freedom of God’s children. American Standard Version that the creation itself also shall be delivered from the bondage of corruption into the liberty of the glory of the children of God. Contemporary English Version that creation would be set free from decay and would share in the glorious freedom of his children. English Revised Version that the creation itself also shall be delivered from the bondage of corruption into the liberty of the glory of the children of God. GOD'S WORD® Translation that it would also be set free from slavery to decay in order to share the glorious freedom that the children of God will have. Good News Translation that creation itself would one day be set free from its slavery to decay and would share the glorious freedom of the children of God. International Standard Version that the creation itself would also be set free from corrupting bondage in order to share the glorious freedom of God's children. NET Bible that the creation itself will also be set free from the bondage of decay into the glorious freedom of God's children. New Heart English Bible that the creation itself also will be delivered from the bondage of decay into the glorious freedom of the children of God. Webster's Bible Translation Because the creature itself also shall be delivered from the bondage of corruption, into the glorious liberty of the children of God. Weymouth New Testament Yet there was always the hope that at last the Creation itself would also be set free from the thraldom of decay so as to enjoy the liberty that will attend the glory of the children of God. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Biblethat the creation itself will be set free from its bondage to decay and brought into the glorious freedom of the children of God. World English Bible that the creation itself also will be delivered from the bondage of decay into the liberty of the glory of the children of God. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionthat also the creation itself will be set free from the servitude of the corruption to the liberty of the glory of the children of God; Berean Literal Bible that the creation itself will also be set free from the bondage of decay, into the freedom of the glory of the children of God. Young's Literal Translation that also the creation itself shall be set free from the servitude of the corruption to the liberty of the glory of the children of God; Smith's Literal Translation That also the creation itself be freed from servitude of corruption to the freedom of the glory of the children of God. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBecause the creature also itself shall be delivered from the servitude of corruption, into the liberty of the glory of the children of God. Catholic Public Domain Version For the creature itself shall also be delivered from the servitude of corruption, into the liberty of the glory of the sons of God. New American Bible that creation itself would be set free from slavery to corruption and share in the glorious freedom of the children of God. New Revised Standard Version that the creation itself will be set free from its bondage to decay and will obtain the freedom of the glory of the children of God. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBecause man himself shall be delivered from the bondage of corruption into the glorious liberty of the children of God. Aramaic Bible in Plain English For the creation shall also be freed from the bondage of destruction into the liberty of the glory of the sons of God. NT Translations Anderson New Testamentin hope, that even the creature itself shall be made free from the bondage of corruption, and introduced into the glorious liberty of the children of God. Godbey New Testament therefore indeed pursuant to hope, the creature itself shall be delivered from the bondage of corruption into the liberty of the glory of the children of God. Haweis New Testament in hope that the same creation shall be emancipated from the bondage of corruption into the glorious liberty of the children of God. Mace New Testament and therefore hope to be removed from this slavish condition of mortality to the free inheritance of divine glory. Weymouth New Testament Yet there was always the hope that at last the Creation itself would also be set free from the thraldom of decay so as to enjoy the liberty that will attend the glory of the children of God. Worrell New Testament that the creation itself also will be delivered from the bondage of corruption into the liberty of the glory of the children of God. Worsley New Testament in hope that they also shall be delivered from the bondage of corruption into the glorious liberty of the children of God. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Future Glory…20For the creation was subjected to futility, not by its own will, but because of the One who subjected it, in hope 21that the creation itself will be set free from its bondage to decay and brought into the glorious freedom of the children of God. 22We know that the whole creation has been groaning together in the pains of childbirth until the present time.… Cross References the creation itself Colossians 1:16-20 For in Him all things were created, things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities. All things were created through Him and for Him. / He is before all things, and in Him all things hold together. / And He is the head of the body, the church; He is the beginning and firstborn from among the dead, so that in all things He may have preeminence. … Isaiah 65:17-25 For behold, I will create new heavens and a new earth. The former things will not be remembered, nor will they come to mind. / But be glad and rejoice forever in what I create; for I will create Jerusalem to be a joy and its people to be a delight. / I will rejoice in Jerusalem and take delight in My people. The sounds of weeping and crying will no longer be heard in her. … Psalm 148:1-13 Hallelujah! Praise the LORD from the heavens; praise Him in the highest places. / Praise Him, all His angels; praise Him, all His heavenly hosts. / Praise Him, O sun and moon; praise Him, all you shining stars. … will be set free Isaiah 61:1 The Spirit of the Lord GOD is on Me, because the LORD has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives and freedom to the prisoners, John 8:36 So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed. Hebrews 2:14-15 Now since the children have flesh and blood, He too shared in their humanity, so that by His death He might destroy him who holds the power of death, that is, the devil, / and free those who all their lives were held in slavery by their fear of death. from its bondage to decay Genesis 3:17-19 And to Adam He said: “Because you have listened to the voice of your wife and have eaten from the tree of which I commanded you not to eat, cursed is the ground because of you; through toil you will eat of it all the days of your life. / Both thorns and thistles it will yield for you, and you will eat the plants of the field. / By the sweat of your brow you will eat your bread, until you return to the ground—because out of it were you taken. For dust you are, and to dust you shall return.” 1 Corinthians 15:42-44 So will it be with the resurrection of the dead: What is sown is perishable; it is raised imperishable. / It is sown in dishonor; it is raised in glory. It is sown in weakness; it is raised in power. / It is sown a natural body; it is raised a spiritual body. If there is a natural body, there is also a spiritual body. Hebrews 1:10-12 And: “In the beginning, O Lord, You laid the foundations of the earth, and the heavens are the work of Your hands. / They will perish, but You remain; they will all wear out like a garment. / You will roll them up like a robe; like a garment they will be changed; but You remain the same, and Your years will never end.” and brought into the glorious freedom 2 Corinthians 3:17-18 Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. / And we, who with unveiled faces all reflect the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into His image with intensifying glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit. Galatians 5:1 It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not be encumbered once more by a yoke of slavery. John 8:32 Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” of the children of God. John 1:12-13 But to all who did receive Him, to those who believed in His name, He gave the right to become children of God— / children born not of blood, nor of the desire or will of man, but born of God. 1 John 3:1-2 Behold what manner of love the Father has given to us, that we should be called children of God. And that is what we are! The reason the world does not know us is that it did not know Him. / Beloved, we are now children of God, and what we will be has not yet been revealed. We know that when Christ appears, we will be like Him, for we will see Him as He is. Ephesians 1:5 He predestined us for adoption as His sons through Jesus Christ, according to the good pleasure of His will, Isaiah 65:17 For behold, I will create new heavens and a new earth. The former things will not be remembered, nor will they come to mind. Treasury of Scripture Because the creature itself also shall be delivered from the bondage of corruption into the glorious liberty of the children of God. Because. 2 Peter 3:13 Nevertheless we, according to his promise, look for new heavens and a new earth, wherein dwelleth righteousness. into the glorious. Romans 8:19 For the earnest expectation of the creature waiteth for the manifestation of the sons of God. Revelation 22:3-5 And there shall be no more curse: but the throne of God and of the Lamb shall be in it; and his servants shall serve him: … Jump to Previous Always Attend Bondage Children Corruption Creation Creature Death Decay Delivered Enjoy Free Freedom Glorious Glory Hope Itself Liberty Obtain Power Servitude Slavery ThraldomJump to Next Always Attend Bondage Children Corruption Creation Creature Death Decay Delivered Enjoy Free Freedom Glorious Glory Hope Itself Liberty Obtain Power Servitude Slavery ThraldomRomans 8 1. Those who are in Christ are free from condemnation.5. What harm comes of the flesh; 13. and what good of the Spirit. 19. The glorious deliverance the creation longs for, 29. was beforehand decreed from God. 38. Nothing can sever us from his love. that the creation itself The whole created order, originally declared very good, came under the effects of Adam’s sin and now shares in the consequences of the curse. Col 1:16-20 For in Him all things were created, things in heaven… will be set free God’s redemption reaches beyond mankind. When Christ completes His work at the resurrection, creation will be released from its present fallen condition. Isa 61:1 The Spirit of the Lord GOD is on Me, because the LORD… from its bondage to decay Death, corruption, disaster, and decline mark a world subjected to the curse. This condition is temporary and will not remain forever. Gen 3:17-19 And to Adam He said: “Because you have listened… and brought into the glorious freedom Creation will be renewed and freed from corruption, sharing in the restoration connected with God’s final victory over sin and death. 2Co 3:17-18 Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit… of the children of God. God’s children already belong to Him through faith in Christ, but their full freedom will be revealed when they receive glorified bodies and their inheritance in God’s renewed creation. Jhn 1:12-13 But to all who did receive Him, to those who believed… Persons / Places / Events 1. CreationRefers to the entire universe and all living things within it. In this context, it is personified as being in a state of anticipation and longing for liberation. 2. Children of God Believers who have accepted Jesus Christ as their Savior and are adopted into God's family. They are the recipients of God's promises and the ones who will experience ultimate freedom. 3. Bondage to Decay This describes the current state of the world, which is subject to corruption and deterioration due to sin. It reflects the fallen nature of creation since the fall of man in Genesis. 4. Glorious Freedom The ultimate liberation and transformation that believers and creation will experience in the new heaven and new earth, free from sin and death. 5. Paul the Apostle The author of the Book of Romans, who wrote this letter to the believers in Rome to explain the gospel and its implications for both Jews and Gentiles. Teaching Points Understanding Creation's GroaningRecognize that the current state of the world is not as God originally intended. The decay and suffering we see are temporary and will be redeemed. Hope in Future Glory As believers, we have the hope of future glory and freedom. This should encourage us to persevere through present trials, knowing that they are temporary. Role of Believers in Creation's Redemption While ultimate redemption is God's work, believers are called to be stewards of creation, reflecting God's care and anticipation of its future liberation. Living as Children of God Embrace your identity as a child of God, living in the freedom that comes from being part of His family. This involves living a life that reflects His values and hope. Anticipating the New Creation Let the promise of a new creation inspire you to live with an eternal perspective, prioritizing spiritual growth and the spread of the gospel. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Romans 8:21?2. How does Romans 8:21 inspire hope for creation's future freedom from decay? 3. What does "freedom of the glory of the children of God" mean? 4. How can we live daily in anticipation of creation's promised liberation? 5. Connect Romans 8:21 with Genesis 3:17-19 regarding creation's current state. 6. How does Romans 8:21 encourage us to care for God's creation today? 7. What does Romans 8:21 mean by "freedom of the glory of the children of God"? 8. How does Romans 8:21 relate to the concept of creation's liberation from corruption? 9. What historical context influenced Paul's writing of Romans 8:21? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Romans 8? (21) Because the creature.--The reason for the hope which survives through the degradation of nature; what creation is to be. Because.--Perhaps rather "that," to be joined on to the end of the last verse, "in hope that creation, also," &c. So Meyer and Ellicott. Delivered from the bondage of corruption.--The state of decay and ruin into which the world by nature has fallen, is regarded as a servitude opposed to the state of liberty into which it will be ushered at the Coming of Christ. Glorious liberty of the children of God.--Translate rather, into the liberty of the glory of the children of God--i.e., into the state of liberty or emancipation which will attend the appearance of the Messiah and His redeemed. Their state will be one of liberty, and in that liberty the whole creation hopes to share. Romans 8:21 promises that the same God who saves people will also renovate the physical universe. Creation, subjected to futility because of human sin, will experience a literal, tangible liberation when God’s children are glorified. The curse will be lifted, decay reversed, and the cosmos will enter the bright freedom that belongs to all who are in Christ.Parallel Commentaries ... Greek thatὅτι (hoti) Conjunction Strong's 3754: Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because. the ἡ (hē) Article - Nominative Feminine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. creation κτίσις (ktisis) Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular Strong's 2937: From ktizo; original formation. itself αὐτὴ (autē) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Nominative Feminine 3rd Person Singular Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. will be set free ἐλευθερωθήσεται (eleutherōthēsetai) Verb - Future Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1659: To free, set free, liberate. From eleutheros; to liberate, i.e. to exempt. from ἀπὸ (apo) Preposition Strong's 575: From, away from. A primary particle; 'off, ' i.e. Away, in various senses. [its] τῆς (tēs) Article - Genitive Feminine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. bondage δουλείας (douleias) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular Strong's 1397: Slavery, bondage. From douleuo; slavery. to decay φθορᾶς (phthoras) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular Strong's 5356: Corruption, destruction, decay, rottenness, decomposition. From phtheiro; decay, i.e. Ruin. [and brought] into εἰς (eis) Preposition Strong's 1519: A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases. the τὴν (tēn) Article - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. glorious δόξης (doxēs) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular Strong's 1391: From the base of dokeo; glory, in a wide application. freedom ἐλευθερίαν (eleutherian) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 1657: Freedom, liberty, especially: a state of freedom from slavery. From eleutheros; freedom. of the τῶν (tōn) Article - Genitive Neuter Plural Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. children τέκνων (teknōn) Noun - Genitive Neuter Plural Strong's 5043: A child, descendent, inhabitant. From the base of timoria; a child. of God. Θεοῦ (Theou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 2316: A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. Additonal Resources Romans 8:21 Blue Letter BibleRomans 8:21 Bible Gateway Romans 8:21 Bible.com Romans 8:21 NIV |
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