Study it in the app“who will repay each one according to his works:”
The same just judgment gives eternal life to those who persevere in doing goodHoliness
whoὃςwill repayἀποδώσειeach oneἑκάστῳaccording toκατὰhis works:τὰ ἔργα αὐτοῦ
Both texts say that the Lord repays each one according to his works.
They share words that are rare in the original, without a quotation.
repay
To settle what is owed, or reward each one as they deserve.
Where else “apodōsei” appearseach
Each, each one.
Where else “hekastōi” appearsdeed
What someone does, their conduct.
Where else “erga” appearsPsalm 62:12; Proverbs 24:12.
5But by your hardness and your heart without change of mind you are storing up wrath for yourself on the day of wrath and of revelation of the righteous judgment of God,
6 · This verse (above)
7to those who by perseverance in good work seek glory and honor and incorruption, eternal life;
1. What it says
What does Paul say to the person who judges others, and what does he say about God's kindness? (vv. 1-4)
2. What it means
Why do you think Paul insists that God shows no partiality? (vv. 9-11)
3. How I live it
When have you judged someone for something you also do? How can you look at others with more compassion?
