Romans 1:29
"They have become filled with every kind of wickedness, evil, greed and depravity. They are full of envy, murder, strife,..." — Romans 1:29 reveals truths about God's character and His purposes.
“They have become filled with every kind of wickedness, evil, greed and depravity. They are full of envy, murder, strife, deceit and malice. They are gossips,”Romans 1:29 (NIV)
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Furthermore, since they did not think it worthwhile to retain the knowledge of God, he gave them over to a depraved mind, to do what ought not to be done.
slanderers, God-haters, insolent, arrogant and boastful; they invent ways of doing evil; they disobey their parents;
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“The Word Became FleshIn the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.”
— John 1:1
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Romans 1:29 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Romans. This verse comes from chapter 1, which can be read in full at the Romans chapter 1 page. Understanding the surrounding passages helps illuminate the deeper meaning of this verse.
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As you reflect on Romans 1:29, consider how God's truth applies to your current circumstances. Scripture is living and active — it speaks into every season of life. Let this verse shape your thoughts, decisions, and relationships as you walk in faith.
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Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.
Galatians 5:21and envy; drunkenness, orgies, and the like. I warn you, as I did before, that those who live like this will not inherit the kingdom of God.
Galatians 5:26Let us not become conceited, provoking and envying each other.
Proverbs 3:31Do not envy a violent man or choose any of his ways,
1 Peter 2:1Therefore, rid yourselves of all malice and all deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and slander of every kind.
1 Timothy 6:4he is conceited and understands nothing. He has an unhealthy interest in controversies and quarrels about words that result in envy, strife, malicious talk, evil suspicions
Ecclesiastes 4:4And I saw that all labor and all achievement spring from man’s envy of his neighbor. This too is meaningless, a chasing after the wind.
James 3:14But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast about it or deny the truth.
A short prayer
Heavenly Father, thank You for the truth revealed in Romans 1:29. Open my heart to receive Your Word and transform my life. Help me apply this Scripture faithfully and share its hope with others. In Jesus' name, Amen.
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What does Romans 1:29 mean?
"They have become filled with every kind of wickedness, evil, greed and depravity. They are full of envy, murder, strife,..." — Romans 1:29 reveals truths about God's character and His purposes. This passage has been a source of comfort, guidance, and inspiration for believers across generations. The original biblical context enriches our understanding of how this verse applies today.
What is the context of Romans 1:29?
Romans 1:29 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Romans. This verse comes from chapter 1, which can be read in full at the Romans chapter 1 page. Understanding the surrounding passages helps illuminate the deeper meaning of this verse.
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