Romans 4:2

The Passion Translation

Was it by his good works of keeping the law? No. For if it was by the things he did, he would have something to boast about, but no one boasts before God.

Cross References

Genesis 12:18

So Pharaoh sent for Abram and said, “How could you do this to me? Why didn’t you tell me she was your wife?

Genesis 12:20

Then Pharaoh gave strict orders to his men to escort them out of Egypt along with everything they had.

Ezekiel 8:9

He said, “Now, go in and look at the shocking, despicable things they are doing inside.”

Romans 15:17

Now then, it is through my union with Jesus Christ, that I enjoy an enthusiasm and confidence in my ministry for God.

1 Corinthians 1:29

so that there would be no place for prideful boasting in God’s presence.

1 Corinthians 1:31

And this fulfills what is written: If anyone boasts, let him only boast in all that the Lord has done!

1 Corinthians 4:7

For what makes a distinction between you and someone else? And what do you have that grace has not given you? And if you received it as a gift, why do you boast as though there is something special about you?

1 Corinthians 9:16

For you see, even though I proclaim the good news, I can’t take the credit for my labors, for I am compelled to fulfill my duty by completing this work. It would be agony to me if I did not constantly preach the gospel!

2 Corinthians 11:12

But in order to eliminate the opportunity for those “super-apostles” to boast that their ministry is on the same level as ours I will continue this practice.

2 Corinthians 11:30

If boasting is necessary, I will boast about examples of my weakness.

2 Corinthians 5:12

Again, we are not taking an opportunity to brag, but giving you information that will enable you to be proud of us, and to answer those who esteem outward appearances while overlooking what is in the heart.

Galatians 3:22

But the Scriptures make it clear that the whole world is imprisoned by sin! This was so the promise would be given through faith to people who believe in Jesus Christ.

Ephesians 2:9

So no one will ever be able to boast, for salvation is never a reward for good works or human striving.

Philippians 3:9

My passion is to be consumed with him and not cling to my own “righteousness” based in keeping the written Law. My only “righteousness” will be his, based on the faithfulness of Jesus Christ—the very righteousness that comes from God.

Joshua 24:2

Then Joshua said to them all: “This is what Yahweh the God of Israel has to say to you: ‘Long ago, your forefathers—Terah, father of Abraham and father of Nahor—lived beyond the Euphrates and worshiped other gods.