KJV ORIGINAL
For of him, and through him, and to him, are all things: to whom be glory for ever. Amen.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Everything comes from God, exists through God, and belongs to God. All the glory goes to him forever and always.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is literally the source, the power, and the destination of everything that exists.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Romans, the Apostle Paul is writing to the early Christian church in Rome around AD 57, addressing God's plan for both Jews and Gentiles in the context of salvation. This verse concludes a section where Paul emphasizes God's sovereignty over history and election, particularly in relation to Israel's role. It draws from Old Testament ideas of God as the creator and sustainer of all things, highlighting His ultimate authority.
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