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things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. <a href="/nlt/romans/8.htm">New Living Translation</a> And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them. <a href="/esv/romans/8.htm">English Standard Version</a> And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose. <a href="/bsb/romans/8.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> And we know that God works all things together for the good of those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose. <a href="/blb/romans/8.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And we know that God works together all things for good to those loving God, to those being called according to His purpose, <a href="/kjv/romans/8.htm">King James Bible</a> And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. <a href="/nkjv/romans/8.htm">New King James Version</a> And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose. <a href="/nasb_/romans/8.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose. <a href="/nasb/romans/8.htm">NASB 1995</a> And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose. <a href="/nasb77/romans/8.htm">NASB 1977 </a> And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose. <a href="/lsb/romans/8.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to His purpose. <a href="/amp/romans/8.htm">Amplified Bible</a> And we know [with great confidence] that God [who is deeply concerned about us] causes all things to work together [as a plan] for good for those who love God, to those who are called according to His plan and purpose. <a href="/csb/romans/8.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> We know that all things work together for the good of those who love God, who are called according to his purpose. <a href="/hcsb/romans/8.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> We know that all things work together for the good of those who love God: those who are called according to His purpose. <a href="/asv/romans/8.htm">American Standard Version</a> And we know that to them that love God all things work together for good, even to them that are called according to his purpose. <a href="/cev/romans/8.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> We know that God is always at work for the good of everyone who loves him. They are the ones God has chosen for his purpose, <a href="/erv/romans/8.htm">English Revised Version</a> And we know that to them that love God all things work together for good, even to them that are called according to his purpose. <a href="/gwt/romans/8.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> We know that all things work together for the good of those who love God-those whom he has called according to his plan. <a href="/gnt/romans/8.htm">Good News Translation</a> We know that in all things God works for good with those who love him, those whom he has called according to his purpose. <a href="/isv/romans/8.htm">International Standard Version</a> And we know that for those who love God, that is, for those who are called according to his purpose, all things are working together for good. <a href="/msb/romans/8.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> And we know that all things work together for the good of those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose. <a href="/net/romans/8.htm">NET Bible</a> And we know that all things work together for good for those who love God, who are called according to his purpose, <a href="/nheb/romans/8.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> And we know that all things work together for good for those who love God, to those who are called according to his purpose. <a href="/wbt/romans/8.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And we know that all things work together for good, to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. <a href="/wey/romans/8.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Now we know that for those who love God all things are working together for good--for those, I mean, whom with deliberate purpose He has called. <a href="/web/romans/8.htm">World English Bible</a> We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, for those who are called according to his purpose. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/romans/8.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> And we have known that to those loving God all things work together for good, to those who are called according to purpose; <a href="/blb/romans/8.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And we know that God works together all things for good to those loving God, to those being called according to His purpose, <a href="/ylt/romans/8.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> And we have known that to those loving God all things do work together for good, to those who are called according to purpose; <a href="/slt/romans/8.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And we know that to them loving God, all things work together for good, to them being called according to the setting up.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/romans/8.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And we know that to them that love God, all things work together unto good, to such as, according to his purpose, are called to be saints. <a href="/cpdv/romans/8.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And we know that, for those who love God, all things work together unto good, for those who, in accordance with his purpose, are called to be saints. <a href="/nabre/romans/8.htm">New American Bible</a> We know that all things work for good for those who love God, who are called according to his purpose. <a href="/nrsvce/romans/8.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, who are called according to his purpose.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/romans/8.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/romans/8.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> But we know that he helps those who love God in everything for good, those whom he preordained to be called.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/romans/8.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> And we know that all things work together for good, to those who love God, to those who are called according to his purpose. <a href="/godbey/romans/8.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> But we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them that are called according to his purpose. <a href="/haweis/romans/8.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> But we know that to those who love God all things work together for good, even to those who are called according to his purpose. <a href="/mace/romans/8.htm">Mace New Testament</a> We know too, that all things co-operate for the good of those who love God, who, pursuant to his purpose, has now called them: <a href="/wey/romans/8.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Now we know that for those who love God all things are working together for good--for those, I mean, whom with deliberate purpose He has called. <a href="/worrell/romans/8.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> And we know that all things are working together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose; <a href="/worsley/romans/8.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> And we know that all things co-operate for good to them that love God, to them that are called according to his purpose; <a href="/parallel/romans/8-28.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/KIZs4GUMn-g?start=2057" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/romans/8.htm">God Works In All Things</a> 27And He who searches our hearts knows the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for the saints according to the will of God. 28<a href="/greek/1161.htm" title="1161: de (Conj) -- A primary particle; but, and, etc.">And</a> <a href="/greek/1492.htm" title="1492: Oidamen (V-RIA-1P) -- To know, remember, appreciate. ">we know</a> <a href="/greek/3754.htm" title="3754: hoti (Conj) -- Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.">that</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ho (Art-NMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/2316.htm" title="2316: theos (N-NMS) -- A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.">God</a> <a href="/greek/4903.htm" title="4903: synergei (V-PIA-3S) -- To cooperate with, work together. From sunergos; to be a fellow-worker, i.e. Co-operate.">works all things together</a> <a href="/greek/3956.htm" title="3956: panta (Adj-ANP) -- All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole."></a> <a href="/greek/1519.htm" title="1519: eis (Prep) -- A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases.">for</a> <a href="/greek/18.htm" title="18: agathon (Adj-ANS) -- A primary word; good.">the good</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tois (Art-DMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">of those who</a> <a href="/greek/25.htm" title="25: agapōsin (V-PPA-DMP) -- To love, wish well to, take pleasure in, long for; denotes the love of reason, esteem. Perhaps from agan; to love.">love</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ton (Art-AMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/2316.htm" title="2316: Theon (N-AMS) -- A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.">Him,</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tois (Art-DMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">who</a> <a href="/greek/1510.htm" title="1510: ousin (V-PPA-DMP) -- I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.">are</a> <a href="/greek/2822.htm" title="2822: klētois (Adj-DMP) -- From the same as klesis; invited, i.e. Appointed, or, a saint.">called</a> <a href="/greek/2596.htm" title="2596: kata (Prep) -- A primary particle; down, in varied relations (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined).">according to</a> <a href="/greek/4286.htm" title="4286: prothesin (N-AFS) -- From protithemai; a setting forth, i.e. proposal; specially, the show-bread as exposed before God.">His purpose.</a> 29For those God foreknew, He also predestined to be conformed to the image of His Son, so that He would be the firstborn among many brothers.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/genesis/50-20.htm">Genesis 50:20</a> As for you, what you intended against me for evil, God intended for good, in order to accomplish a day like this—to preserve the lives of many people. <a href="/jeremiah/29-11.htm">Jeremiah 29:11</a> For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, to give you a future and a hope. <a href="/ephesians/1-11.htm">Ephesians 1:11</a> In Him we were also chosen as God’s own, having been predestined according to the plan of Him who works out everything by the counsel of His will, <a href="/2_corinthians/4-17.htm">2 Corinthians 4:17</a> For our light and momentary affliction is producing for us an eternal weight of glory that is far beyond comparison. <a href="/james/1-12.htm">James 1:12</a> Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love Him. <a href="/1_peter/1-6.htm">1 Peter 1:6-7</a> In this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in various trials / so that the proven character of your faith—more precious than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire—may result in praise, glory, and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ. <a href="/philippians/1-6.htm">Philippians 1:6</a> being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus. <a href="/1_corinthians/2-9.htm">1 Corinthians 2:9</a> Rather, as it is written: “No eye has seen, no ear has heard, no heart has imagined, what God has prepared for those who love Him.” <a href="/isaiah/55-8.htm">Isaiah 55:8-9</a> “For My thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways My ways,” declares the LORD. / “For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so My ways are higher than your ways and My thoughts than your thoughts. <a href="/proverbs/16-9.htm">Proverbs 16:9</a> A man’s heart plans his course, but the LORD determines his steps. <a href="/psalms/37-23.htm">Psalm 37:23-24</a> The steps of a man are ordered by the LORD who takes delight in his journey. / Though he falls, he will not be overwhelmed, for the LORD is holding his hand. <a href="/2_timothy/1-9.htm">2 Timothy 1:9</a> He has saved us and called us to a holy calling, not because of our works, but by His own purpose and by the grace He granted us in Christ Jesus before time began. <a href="/deuteronomy/8-16.htm">Deuteronomy 8:16</a> He fed you in the wilderness with manna that your fathers had not known, in order to humble you and test you, so that in the end He might cause you to prosper. <a href="/1_thessalonians/5-24.htm">1 Thessalonians 5:24</a> The One who calls you is faithful, and He will do it. <a href="/psalms/23-6.htm">Psalm 23:6</a> Surely goodness and mercy will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.we know.<a href="/romans/8-35.htm">Romans 8:35-39</a> Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword? … <a href="/romans/5-3.htm">Romans 5:3,4</a> And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience; … <a href="/genesis/50-20.htm">Genesis 50:20</a> But as for you, ye thought evil against me; but God meant it unto good, to bring to pass, as it is this day, to save much people alive.them.<a href="/romans/5-5.htm">Romans 5:5</a> And hope maketh not ashamed; because the love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost which is given unto us.<a href="/exodus/20-6.htm">Exodus 20:6</a> And shewing mercy unto thousands of them that love me, and keep my commandments.<a href="/deuteronomy/6-5.htm">Deuteronomy 6:5</a> And thou shalt love the LORD thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy might.the called.<a href="/romans/8-30.htm">Romans 8:30</a> Moreover whom he did predestinate, them he also called: and whom he called, them he also justified: and whom he justified, them he also glorified.<a href="/romans/1-6.htm">Romans 1:6,7</a> Among whom are ye also the called of Jesus Christ: … <a href="/romans/9-11.htm">Romans 9:11,23,24</a> (For the children being not yet born, neither having done any good or evil, that the purpose of God according to election might stand, not of works, but of him that calleth;) … <div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/acts/26-21.htm">Causes</a> <a href="/romans/8-22.htm">Conscious</a> <a href="/luke/14-31.htm">Deliberate</a> <a href="/romans/7-21.htm">Good</a> <a href="/romans/5-8.htm">Love</a> <a href="/romans/1-7.htm">Marked</a> <a href="/romans/2-15.htm">Mean</a> <a href="/romans/7-13.htm">Purpose</a> <a href="/romans/8-22.htm">Together</a> <a href="/romans/7-23.htm">Work</a> <a href="/romans/7-23.htm">Working</a> <a href="/romans/8-13.htm">Works</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/romans/9-33.htm">Causes</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/2-3.htm">Conscious</a> <a href="/luke/14-31.htm">Deliberate</a> <a href="/romans/9-11.htm">Good</a> <a href="/romans/8-35.htm">Love</a> <a href="/romans/8-29.htm">Marked</a> <a href="/romans/11-12.htm">Mean</a> <a href="/romans/9-11.htm">Purpose</a> <a href="/romans/11-32.htm">Together</a> <a href="/romans/9-28.htm">Work</a> <a href="/romans/15-30.htm">Working</a> <a href="/romans/9-11.htm">Works</a><div class="vheading2">Romans 8</div>1. <a href="/romans/8-1.htm">Those who are in Christ are free from condemnation.</a> 5. <a href="/romans/8-5.htm">What harm comes of the flesh;</a> 13. <a href="/romans/8-13.htm">and what good of the Spirit.</a> 19. <a href="/romans/8-19.htm">The glorious deliverance the creation longs for,</a> 29. <a href="/romans/8-29.htm">was beforehand decreed from God.</a> 38. <a href="/romans/8-38.htm">Nothing can sever us from his love.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <script type="text/javascript"> </script> <script type="text/javascript" src="//pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/show_ads.js"> </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading"><a href="/study/romans/8.htm">Berean Study Bible</a></div>And we know The phrase "And we know" signifies a confident assurance rooted in faith. The Greek word for "know" here is "οἴδαμεν" (oidamen), which implies a deep, intuitive understanding rather than mere intellectual knowledge. This assurance is not based on human wisdom but on the revelation of God's character and promises throughout Scripture. Historically, this confidence is echoed in the lives of biblical figures like Abraham and David, who trusted God's promises despite their circumstances.that God works The active role of God is emphasized in "that God works." The Greek verb "συνεργεῖ" (synergei) suggests a continuous, dynamic action. God is not passive; He is actively orchestrating events. This aligns with the biblical narrative of a sovereign God who is intimately involved in His creation, as seen in accounts like Joseph's in Genesis, where God turns what was meant for evil into good.all things together "All things together" encompasses every aspect of life, both good and bad. The Greek phrase "τὰ πάντα" (ta panta) indicates totality. This reflects the comprehensive nature of God's sovereignty, where nothing is outside His control. Historically, this has been a source of comfort for believers facing persecution or trials, knowing that every event is part of a divine tapestry.for the good The phrase "for the good" is rooted in the Greek word "ἀγαθός" (agathos), which means beneficial or morally good. This is not a superficial or temporary good but a profound, eternal good that aligns with God's perfect will. Scripturally, this aligns with the ultimate good of conforming believers to the image of Christ, as mentioned later in <a href="/romans/8.htm">Romans 8</a>.of those who love Him "Of those who love Him" specifies the recipients of this promise. The Greek word "ἀγαπῶσιν" (agaposin) denotes a deep, selfless love, reflecting the covenant relationship between God and His people. This love is a response to God's love for us, as seen in 1 <a href="/john/4-19.htm">John 4:19</a>. Historically, this love has been the mark of true discipleship, as Jesus stated in <a href="/john/13-35.htm">John 13:35</a>.who are called The term "who are called" refers to God's divine initiative in salvation. The Greek word "κλητοῖς" (kletois) implies being summoned or invited. This calling is effectual, meaning it accomplishes what God intends. Biblically, this is seen in the calling of the prophets and apostles, who were chosen for specific purposes.according to His purpose "According to His purpose" highlights the intentionality behind God's actions. The Greek word "πρόθεσιν" (prothesin) means a deliberate plan or intention. This underscores the biblical theme of God's redemptive plan unfolding throughout history, from the promise to Abraham to the fulfillment in Christ. It reassures believers that their lives are part of a grand, divine narrative.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/romans/8.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(28-30) These verses contain a third reason for the patience of the Christian. He knows that whatever happens, all things are really working together for good to him.(28) All things.--Persecution and suffering included.Work together.--Contribute.There is a rather remarkable reading here, found in the Vatican and Alexandrian MSS., and in Origen, inserting "God" as the subject of the verb, and making "all things" the object. "God works all things with," or "co-operates in all things." This reading is very early, if not original.To them who are the called.--Further description of those "who love God." They have also, as in His eternal counsels He had designed it should be, obeyed the call given to them in the preaching of the gospel, and definitely enrolled themselves in the kingdom of the Messiah.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/romans/8.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 28. - And we know that to them that love God all things work together for good, to them that are called according to his purpose. A still further reason for endurance. Not only do these inspired groanings strengthen our hope of deliverance; nay, also we know (whether from God's Word, or inspired conviction, or experience of their effects) that these very trials that seem to hinder us are so overruled as to further the consummation to them that love God (cf. above, <a href="/romans/5-3.htm">Romans 5:3</a>, etc.); and at the end of the verse there is added, as introducing a still further ground of assurance, τοῖς κατὰ πρόθεσιν κλητοῖς; the significance of which expression is shown in the following versos, which carry out the thought of it. <a href="/commentaries/romans/8-28.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>And δὲ (de) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_1161.htm">Strong's 1161: </a> A primary particle; but, and, etc. we know Οἴδαμεν (Oidamen) Verb - Perfect Indicative Active - 1st Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1492.htm">Strong's 1492: </a> To know, remember, appreciate. that ὅτι (hoti) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_3754.htm">Strong's 3754: </a> Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because. God θεὸς (theos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2316.htm">Strong's 2316: </a> A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. works all things together συνεργεῖ (synergei) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4903.htm">Strong's 4903: </a> To cooperate with, work together. From sunergos; to be a fellow-worker, i.e. Co-operate. for εἰς (eis) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1519.htm">Strong's 1519: </a> A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases. [the] good ἀγαθόν (agathon) Adjective - Accusative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_18.htm">Strong's 18: </a> A primary word; 'good'. of those who τοῖς (tois) Article - Dative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. love ἀγαπῶσιν (agapōsin) Verb - Present Participle Active - Dative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_25.htm">Strong's 25: </a> To love, wish well to, take pleasure in, long for; denotes the love of reason, esteem. Perhaps from agan; to love. [Him], Θεὸν (Theon) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2316.htm">Strong's 2316: </a> A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. who τοῖς (tois) Article - Dative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. are οὖσιν (ousin) Verb - Present Participle Active - Dative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1510.htm">Strong's 1510: </a> I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. called κλητοῖς (klētois) Adjective - Dative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2822.htm">Strong's 2822: </a> From the same as klesis; invited, i.e. Appointed, or, a saint. according to κατὰ (kata) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_2596.htm">Strong's 2596: </a> A primary particle; down, in varied relations (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined). [His] purpose. πρόθεσιν (prothesin) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4286.htm">Strong's 4286: </a> From protithemai; a setting forth, i.e. proposal; specially, the show-bread as exposed before God. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/romans/8-28.htm">Romans 8:28 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/romans/8-28.htm">Romans 8:28 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/romans/8-28.htm">Romans 8:28 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/romans/8-28.htm">Romans 8:28 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/romans/8-28.htm">Romans 8:28 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/romans/8-28.htm">Romans 8:28 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/romans/8-28.htm">Romans 8:28 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/romans/8-28.htm">Romans 8:28 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/romans/8-28.htm">Romans 8:28 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/romans/8-28.htm">Romans 8:28 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/romans/8-28.htm">NT Letters: Romans 8:28 We know that all things work together (Rom. 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