For if Abraham was justified by works, he has something to boast about, but not before God.
Romans 15:17 - New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition 2021 In Christ Jesus, then, I have reason to boast of my work for God. Flere versionerKing James Version (Oxford) 1769 I have therefore whereof I may glory through Jesus Christ in those things which pertain to God. Amplified Bible - Classic Edition In Christ Jesus, then, I have legitimate reason to glory (exult) in my work for God [in what through Christ Jesus I have accomplished concerning the things of God]. American Standard Version (1901) I have therefore my glorying in Christ Jesus in things pertaining to God. Common English Bible So in Christ Jesus I brag about things that have to do with God. Catholic Public Domain Version Therefore, I have glory in Christ Jesus before God. Douay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version I have therefore glory in Christ Jesus towards God. |
For if Abraham was justified by works, he has something to boast about, but not before God.
It is necessary to boast; nothing is to be gained by it, but I will go on to visions and revelations of the Lord.
I am being completely frank with you; I have great pride in you; I am filled with consolation; I am overjoyed in all our affliction.
For it is we who are the circumcision, who worship in the Spirit of God and boast in Christ Jesus and have no confidence in the flesh—
Therefore he had to become like his brothers and sisters in every respect, so that he might become a merciful and faithful high priest in the service of God, to make a sacrifice of atonement for the sins of the people.
Every high priest chosen from among mortals is put in charge of things pertaining to God on their behalf, to offer gifts and sacrifices for sins.