Romans · Chapter 8 · Strength
Romans 8:31 — Bible Verse Meaning & Context
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WEB · World English Bible
"What then shall we say about these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?"
KJV · King James Version
"What5101 shall we2046 then3767 say2046 to4314 these things5023? If1487 God2316 be for5228 us2257, who5101 can be against2596 us2257?"
How the translations differ: The WEB is a modern public-domain revision of the 1901 ASV; the KJV dates to 1611. the WEB renders these as about. Both translate the same underlying Greek or Hebrew text — the differences are stylistic, not theological.
In context
Romans 8:31 in Romans 8
A Bible verse rarely stands alone. Here is Romans 8:31 read with the verses immediately before and after — the surrounding flow of Romans 8. Read the full chapter →
- v.29 For whom he foreknew, he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brothers.
- v.30 Whom he predestined, those he also called. Whom he called, those he also justified. Whom he justified, those he also glorified.
- v.31 What then shall we say about these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?
- v.32 He who didn’t spare his own Son, but delivered him up for us all, how would he not also with him freely give us all things?
- v.33 Who could bring a charge against God’s chosen ones? It is God who justifies.
Book background
About the Book of Romans
- Testament
- New Testament
- Genre
- Pauline epistle
- Author
- Paul the apostle
- Date written
- c. 57 AD
- Audience
- The Christians at Rome (whom Paul had not yet met)
- Chapters
- 16
Romans is Paul's most systematic exposition of the gospel — that all have sinned, are justified freely by faith in Christ apart from works, are united with Him in His death and resurrection, and live by the Spirit in confident assurance ("nothing can separate us from the love of God" — chapter 8). It has transformed every major Christian revival in history.
Setting: Written from Corinth on the eve of Paul's final trip to Jerusalem.
Key themes: righteousness · faith · justification · sin · gospel
Memorisation aid
How to memorise Romans 8:31
Romans 8:31 contains 18 words in 2 clauses. Learn one clause at a time, then chain them. The first-letter mnemonic (FLM) under each clause is a memory hook — once you can speak the FLM from memory, the full clause follows.
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What then shall we say about these things? If God is for us
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who can be against us?
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Frequently asked
FAQ about Romans 8:31
What does Romans 8:31 say?
Romans 8:31 reads: "What then shall we say about these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?" — from the New Testament, Romans (Pauline epistle). The full verse is shown above with both the World English Bible (WEB) and King James Version (KJV) translations side by side.
What book of the Bible is Romans 8:31 in?
Romans 8:31 is in the book of Romans, traditionally attributed to Paul the apostle and written around c. 57 AD. Romans is pauline epistle in the New Testament, originally addressed to The Christians at Rome (whom Paul had not yet met). Best known for "the just shall live by faith" and Romans 8:28.
What is Romans 8:31 about?
Romans 8:31 is primarily a Bible verse about Strength, with related themes including Faith. Within Romans, Romans is Paul's most systematic exposition of the gospel — that all have sinned, are justified freely by faith in Christ apart from works, are united with Him in His death and resurrection, and live by the Spirit in confident assurance ("nothing can separate us from the love of God" — chapter 8). Read the full passage above with surrounding context.
What is the difference between Romans 8:31 in WEB and KJV?
Romans 8:31 in the World English Bible (WEB) reads: "What then shall we say about these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?". The King James Version (KJV) reads: "What5101 shall we2046 then3767 say2046 to4314 these things5023? If1487 God2316 be for5228 us2257, who5101 can be against2596 us2257?". The WEB is a modern public-domain translation that updates the KJV's 1611 English while keeping a similar formal-equivalence style. Both render the same underlying Greek or Hebrew text.
How long is Romans 8:31?
Romans 8:31 is 18 words in the WEB translation (83 characters), broken into 2 clauses. It is short and well-suited to memorisation. Estimated reading time is about 5 seconds.
How can I memorise Romans 8:31?
To memorise Romans 8:31, split it into its 2 natural clauses and learn one at a time. Repeat the full verse out loud five times, then write it from memory. Saving the verse as a photo wallpaper using our verse image studio helps daily review — the visual association with a memorable background dramatically improves recall.
Why does Romans 8:31 matter in Romans?
Romans is Paul's most systematic exposition of the gospel — that all have sinned, are justified freely by faith in Christ apart from works, are united with Him in His death and resurrection, and live by the Spirit in confident assurance ("nothing can separate us from the love of God" — chapter 8). It has transformed every major Christian revival in history. Romans 8:31 sits within this larger story — Romans as a whole emphasises righteousness, faith, justification.
How can I apply Romans 8:31 today?
Many readers use Romans 8:31 as a daily reminder verse — saving it as a phone wallpaper, sharing it on Pinterest, or memorising it for prayer. The verse studio on this page lets you download Romans 8:31 on 52 different backgrounds for free. Pair the verse with the surrounding chapter context shown above to understand its full meaning before applying it.
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Psalms 27:1
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Romans 8:1
“There is therefore now no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus, who don’t walk according to the flesh, but according to the Spirit.”
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Romans 8:18
“For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which will be revealed toward us.”
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Romans 8:28
“We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, for those who are called according to his purpose.”
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“No, in all these things, we are more than conquerors through him who loved us.”
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“But God commends his own love toward us, in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.”
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Romans 6:23
“For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
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Romans 12:2
“Don’t be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what is the good, well-pleasing, and perfect will…”
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Romans 15:13
“Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope, in the power of the Holy Spirit.”
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