Romans 1:18

French (La Sainte Bible par Louis Segond 1910)

La colère de Dieu se révèle du ciel contre toute impiété et toute injustice des hommes qui retiennent injustement la vérité captive,

What Does This Mean?

This verse is from the letter Paul wrote to the Romans. It says God's anger is shown against people who do not respect Him and live bad lives, especially those who know what's right but still choose to do wrong.

Explained for Children

Imagine a parent gets upset with their child for not cleaning up toys they know should be cleaned up. That's like how God feels about people who don't follow His rules even though they know better.

Historical Background

The letter was written by the Apostle Paul around 57 AD to encourage and teach Christians in Rome, a city with diverse religious practices. He addressed issues of faith, ethics, and salvation。

Living It Out Today

Consider a scenario where someone knowingly spreads misinformation on social media despite knowing it's harmful; this verse reminds us that God is displeased when we deliberately ignore what’s right.

Topics

• wrath of God
• righteousness
• truth
• sin
• salvation
• ethics

Related Verses

• Ephesians 5:6
• Colossians 3:5-6
• 1 Thessalonians 2:16
• Psalm 7:9
• John 3:18

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this verse mean God is angry at everyone all the time?

No, it means that God expresses His anger against specific behaviors like ungodliness and unrighteousness. It’s a call to repentance and living by truth.

How can this verse be applied to our daily lives?

We should strive to live by the truth and righteousness that we know. This means making choices based on God’s teachings rather than personal gain or convenience.

Is there any hope for those described in Romans 1:18?

Yes, even though this verse describes God's wrath against ungodliness and unrighteousness, the rest of Paul's letter offers the promise of salvation through faith in Jesus Christ.