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In fact, his faith grew stronger, and in this he brought glory to God. <a href="/esv/romans/4.htm">English Standard Version</a> No unbelief made him waver concerning the promise of God, but he grew strong in his faith as he gave glory to God, <a href="/bsb/romans/4.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> Yet he did not waver through disbelief in the promise of God, but was strengthened in his faith and gave glory to God, <a href="/blb/romans/4.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Yet he did not waver through unbelief at the promise of God, but was strengthened in faith, having given glory to God, <a href="/kjv/romans/4.htm">King James Bible</a> He staggered not at the promise of God through unbelief; but was strong in faith, giving glory to God; <a href="/nkjv/romans/4.htm">New King James Version</a> He did not waver at the promise of God through unbelief, but was strengthened in faith, giving glory to God, <a href="/nasb_/romans/4.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> yet, with respect to the promise of God, he did not waver in unbelief but grew strong in faith, giving glory to God, <a href="/nasb/romans/4.htm">NASB 1995</a> yet, with respect to the promise of God, he did not waver in unbelief but grew strong in faith, giving glory to God, <a href="/nasb77/romans/4.htm">NASB 1977 </a> yet, with respect to the promise of God, he did not waver in unbelief, but grew strong in faith, giving glory to God, <a href="/lsb/romans/4.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> yet, with respect to the promise of God, he did not waver in unbelief but grew strong in faith, giving glory to God, <a href="/amp/romans/4.htm">Amplified Bible</a> But he did not doubt or waver in unbelief concerning the promise of God, but he grew strong and empowered by faith, giving glory to God, <a href="/csb/romans/4.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> He did not waver in unbelief at God’s promise but was strengthened in his faith and gave glory to God, <a href="/hcsb/romans/4.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> He did not waver in unbelief at God&#8217s promise but was strengthened in his faith and gave glory to God, <a href="/asv/romans/4.htm">American Standard Version</a> yet, looking unto the promise of God, he wavered not through unbelief, but waxed strong through faith, giving glory to God, <a href="/cev/romans/4.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> But Abraham never doubted or questioned God's promise. His faith made him strong, and he gave all the credit to God. <a href="/erv/romans/4.htm">English Revised Version</a> yea, looking unto the promise of God, he wavered not through unbelief, but waxed strong through faith, giving glory to God, <a href="/gwt/romans/4.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> He didn't doubt God's promise out of a lack of faith. Instead, giving honor to God [for the promise], he became strong because of faith <a href="/gnt/romans/4.htm">Good News Translation</a> His faith did not leave him, and he did not doubt God's promise; his faith filled him with power, and he gave praise to God. <a href="/isv/romans/4.htm">International Standard Version</a> nor did he doubt God's promise out of a lack of faith. Instead, his faith became stronger and he gave glory to God, <a href="/msb/romans/4.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> Yet he did not waver through disbelief in the promise of God, but was strengthened in his faith and gave glory to God, <a href="/net/romans/4.htm">NET Bible</a> He did not waver in unbelief about the promise of God but was strengthened in faith, giving glory to God. <a href="/nheb/romans/4.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> Yet, looking to the promise of God, he did not waver through unbelief, but grew strong through faith, giving glory to God, <a href="/wbt/romans/4.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> He staggered not at the promise of God through unbelief; but was strong in faith, giving glory to God; <a href="/wey/romans/4.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Nor did he in unbelief stagger at God's promise, but became mighty in faith, giving glory to God, <a href="/web/romans/4.htm">World English Bible</a> Yet, looking to the promise of God, he didn’t waver through unbelief, but grew strong through faith, giving glory to God, <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/romans/4.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> and at the promise of God did not stagger in unbelief, but was strengthened in faith, having given glory to God, <a href="/blb/romans/4.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Yet he did not waver through unbelief at the promise of God, but was strengthened in faith, having given glory to God, <a href="/ylt/romans/4.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> and at the promise of God did not stagger in unbelief, but was strengthened in faith, having given glory to God, <a href="/slt/romans/4.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And for the promise of God he was not separated by unbelief; but was strengthened in faith, having given glory to God;<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/romans/4.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> In the promise also of God he staggered not by distrust; but was strengthened in faith, giving glory to God: <a href="/cpdv/romans/4.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And then, in the Promise of God, he did not hesitate out of distrust, but instead he was strengthened in faith, giving glory to God, <a href="/nabre/romans/4.htm">New American Bible</a> He did not doubt God’s promise in unbelief; rather, he was empowered by faith and gave glory to God <a href="/nrsvce/romans/4.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> No distrust made him waver concerning the promise of God, but he grew strong in his faith as he gave glory to God,<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/romans/4.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> He did not doubt the promise of God as one who lacks faith; but his faith gave him strength, and he gave glory to God. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/romans/4.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> And he did not doubt The Promise of God as if his faith were lacking, but he was strengthened in faith and he gave praise to God.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/romans/4.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> and he doubted not, through unbelief, with respect to the promise of God, but was strong in faith, giving glory to God, <a href="/godbey/romans/4.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> but he staggered not at the promise of God through unbelief; but was filled up with dynamite through faith, having given glory to God; <a href="/haweis/romans/4.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> for he disputed not against the promise of God with unbelief; but was mighty in faith, giving glory to God; <a href="/mace/romans/4.htm">Mace New Testament</a> he was not incredulously diffident of the divine promise; but was strong in faith, and did honour to God, <a href="/wey/romans/4.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Nor did he in unbelief stagger at God's promise, but became mighty in faith, giving glory to God, <a href="/worrell/romans/4.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> but, in view of the promise of God, he wavered not through unbelief, but was made strong in faith, giving glory to God, <a href="/worsley/romans/4.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> He hesitated not at the promise of God through unbelief: but was strong in faith, giving glory to God, <a href="/parallel/romans/4-20.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/KIZs4GUMn-g?start=1037" 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/4.htm">Abraham Receives the Promise</a> …19Without weakening in his faith, he acknowledged the decrepitness of his body (since he was about a hundred years old) and the lifelessness of Sarah’s womb. 20<a href="/greek/1161.htm" title="1161: de (Conj) -- A primary particle; but, and, etc.">Yet</a> <a href="/greek/3756.htm" title="3756: ou (Adv) -- No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not."></a> <a href="/greek/1252.htm" title="1252: diekrithē (V-AIP-3S) -- From dia and krino; to separate thoroughly, i.e. to withdraw from, or oppose; figuratively, to discriminate, or hesitate.">he did not waver</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tē (Art-DFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/570.htm" title="570: apistia (N-DFS) -- Unbelief, unfaithfulness, distrust. From apistos; faithlessness, i.e. disbelief, or unfaithfulness.">through disbelief</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.">in</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tēn (Art-AFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/1860.htm" title="1860: epangelian (N-AFS) -- A promise. From epaggello; an announcement.">promise</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tou (Art-GMS) -- 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: Theou (N-GMS) -- A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.">of God,</a> <a href="/greek/235.htm" title="235: alla (Conj) -- But, except, however. Neuter plural of allos; properly, other things, i.e. contrariwise.">but</a> <a href="/greek/1743.htm" title="1743: enedynamōthē (V-AIP-3S) -- To fill with power, strengthen, make strong. From en and dunamoo; to empower.">was strengthened</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tē (Art-DFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">in his</a> <a href="/greek/4102.htm" title="4102: pistei (N-DFS) -- Faith, belief, trust, confidence; fidelity, faithfulness. ">faith</a> <a href="/greek/1325.htm" title="1325: dous (V-APA-NMS) -- To offer, give; I put, place. A prolonged form of a primary verb; to give.">and gave</a> <a href="/greek/1391.htm" title="1391: doxan (N-AFS) -- From the base of dokeo; glory, in a wide application.">glory</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tō (Art-DMS) -- 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: Theō (N-DMS) -- A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.">to God,</a> 21being fully persuaded that God was able to do what He had promised.…<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/15-6.htm">Genesis 15:6</a> Abram believed the LORD, and it was credited to him as righteousness. <a href="/hebrews/11-11.htm">Hebrews 11:11</a> By faith Sarah, even though she was barren and beyond the proper age, was enabled to conceive a child, because she considered Him faithful who had promised. <a href="/james/2-23.htm">James 2:23</a> And the Scripture was fulfilled that says, “Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness,” and he was called a friend of God. <a href="/hebrews/11-19.htm">Hebrews 11:19</a> Abraham reasoned that God could raise the dead, and in a sense, he did receive Isaac back from death. <a href="/galatians/3-6.htm">Galatians 3:6</a> So also, “Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness.” <a href="/hebrews/11-17.htm">Hebrews 11:17-18</a> By faith Abraham, when he was tested, offered up Isaac on the altar. He who had received the promises was ready to offer his one and only son, / even though God had said to him, “Through Isaac your offspring will be reckoned.” <a href="/genesis/17-17.htm">Genesis 17:17</a> Abraham fell facedown. Then he laughed and said to himself, “Can a child be born to a man who is a hundred years old? Can Sarah give birth at the age of ninety?” <a href="/genesis/18-10.htm">Genesis 18:10-14</a> Then the LORD said, “I will surely return to you at this time next year, and your wife Sarah will have a son!” Now Sarah was behind him, listening at the entrance to the tent. / And Abraham and Sarah were already old and well along in years; Sarah had passed the age of childbearing. / So she laughed to herself, saying, “After I am worn out and my master is old, will I now have this pleasure?” ... <a href="/luke/1-18.htm">Luke 1:18-20</a> “How can I be sure of this?” Zechariah asked the angel. “I am an old man, and my wife is well along in years.” / “I am Gabriel,” replied the angel. “I stand in the presence of God, and I have been sent to speak to you and to bring you this good news. / And now you will be silent and unable to speak until the day this comes to pass, because you did not believe my words, which will be fulfilled at their proper time.” <a href="/luke/1-45.htm">Luke 1:45</a> Blessed is she who has believed that the Lord’s word to her will be fulfilled.” <a href="/hebrews/10-23.htm">Hebrews 10:23</a> Let us hold resolutely to the hope we profess, for He who promised is faithful. <a href="/matthew/21-21.htm">Matthew 21:21</a> “Truly I tell you,” Jesus replied, “if you have faith and do not doubt, not only will you do what was done to the fig tree, but even if you say to this mountain, ‘Be lifted up and thrown into the sea,’ it will happen. <a href="/mark/11-22.htm">Mark 11:22-23</a> “Have faith in God,” Jesus said to them. / “Truly I tell you that if anyone says to this mountain, ‘Be lifted up and thrown into the sea,’ and has no doubt in his heart but believes that it will happen, it will be done for him. <a href="/2_corinthians/1-20.htm">2 Corinthians 1:20</a> For all the promises of God are “Yes” in Christ. And so through Him, our “Amen” is spoken to the glory of God. <a href="/2_timothy/2-13.htm">2 Timothy 2:13</a> if we are faithless, He remains faithful, for He cannot deny Himself.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>He staggered not at the promise of God through unbelief; but was strong in faith, giving glory to God;staggered.<a href="/numbers/11-13.htm">Numbers 11:13-23</a> Whence should I have flesh to give unto all this people? for they weep unto me, saying, Give us flesh, that we may eat… <a href="/2_kings/7-2.htm">2 Kings 7:2,19</a> Then a lord on whose hand the king leaned answered the man of God, and said, Behold, if the LORD would make windows in heaven, might this thing be? And he said, Behold, thou shalt see it with thine eyes, but shalt not eat thereof… <a href="/2_chronicles/20-15.htm">2 Chronicles 20:15-20</a> And he said, Hearken ye, all Judah, and ye inhabitants of Jerusalem, and thou king Jehoshaphat, Thus saith the LORD unto you, Be not afraid nor dismayed by reason of this great multitude; for the battle is not yours, but God's… but was.<a href="/isaiah/35-4.htm">Isaiah 35:4</a> Say to them that are of a fearful heart, Be strong, fear not: behold, your God will come with vengeance, even God with a recompence; he will come and save you.<a href="/daniel/10-19.htm">Daniel 10:19</a> And said, O man greatly beloved, fear not: peace be unto thee, be strong, yea, be strong. And when he had spoken unto me, I was strengthened, and said, Let my lord speak; for thou hast strengthened me.<a href="/daniel/11-32.htm">Daniel 11:32</a> And such as do wickedly against the covenant shall he corrupt by flatteries: but the people that do know their God shall be strong, and do exploits.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/romans/4-19.htm">Faith</a> <a href="/romans/4-1.htm">Found</a> <a href="/romans/4-2.htm">Glory</a> <a href="/romans/4-13.htm">God's</a> <a href="/acts/19-20.htm">Grew</a> <a href="/acts/19-20.htm">Mighty</a> <a href="/romans/4-17.htm">Promise</a> <a href="/romans/1-3.htm">Regarding</a> <a href="/romans/3-2.htm">Respect</a> <a href="/habakkuk/2-16.htm">Stagger</a> <a href="/amos/4-8.htm">Staggered</a> <a href="/acts/27-34.htm">Strength</a> <a href="/romans/1-11.htm">Strengthened</a> <a href="/romans/1-11.htm">Strong</a> <a href="/romans/3-3.htm">Unbelief</a> <a href="/acts/17-9.htm">Undertaking</a> <a href="/luke/12-29.htm">Waver</a> <a href="/psalms/18-36.htm">Wavered</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/romans/4-22.htm">Faith</a> <a href="/romans/5-15.htm">Found</a> <a href="/romans/5-2.htm">Glory</a> <a href="/romans/5-2.htm">God's</a> <a href="/1_thessalonians/2-2.htm">Grew</a> <a href="/romans/15-19.htm">Mighty</a> <a href="/romans/4-21.htm">Promise</a> <a href="/romans/14-6.htm">Regarding</a> <a href="/romans/9-5.htm">Respect</a> <a href="/judges/9-9.htm">Stagger</a> <a href="/psalms/107-27.htm">Staggered</a> <a href="/romans/5-6.htm">Strength</a> <a href="/ephesians/3-16.htm">Strengthened</a> <a href="/romans/8-19.htm">Strong</a> <a href="/romans/11-20.htm">Unbelief</a> <a href="/romans/9-8.htm">Undertaking</a> <a href="/hebrews/10-23.htm">Waver</a> <a href="/psalms/18-36.htm">Wavered</a><div class="vheading2">Romans 4</div>1. <a href="/romans/4-1.htm">Abraham's faith was credited to him as righteousness;</a> 10. <a href="/romans/4-10.htm">before he was circumcised.</a> 13. <a href="/romans/4-13.htm">By faith only he and his seed received the promise.</a> 16. <a href="/romans/4-16.htm">Abraham is the father of all who believe.</a> 24. <a href="/romans/4-24.htm">Our faith also shall be credited to us as righteousness.</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> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/romans/4.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/romans/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/romans/4.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>Yet he did not waver through disbelief in the promise of God This phrase highlights Abraham's unwavering faith. In the context of <a href="/genesis/15-6.htm">Genesis 15:6</a>, Abraham believed God's promise of numerous descendants despite his and Sarah's old age. This steadfastness is a model of faith, contrasting with the Israelites' frequent disbelief during their wilderness journey (<a href="/numbers/14-11.htm">Numbers 14:11</a>). Abraham's faith is also a precursor to the New Testament call to live by faith, as seen in <a href="/hebrews/11.htm">Hebrews 11:1</a>, which defines faith as confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.but was strengthened in his faith Abraham's faith grew stronger over time, even as the fulfillment of God's promise seemed impossible. This strengthening is akin to the process described in <a href="/james/1-2.htm">James 1:2-4</a>, where trials test and develop perseverance, leading to maturity. The Greek term used here implies an active empowerment, suggesting that faith is not static but dynamic, growing through reliance on God. This concept is echoed in <a href="/philippians/4-13.htm">Philippians 4:13</a>, where Paul speaks of being able to do all things through Christ who strengthens him.and gave glory to God Abraham's response to God's promise was to glorify Him, acknowledging His power and faithfulness. This act of giving glory is central to the Christian life, as seen in <a href="/1_corinthians/10-31.htm">1 Corinthians 10:31</a>, which instructs believers to do everything for the glory of God. Abraham's life exemplifies the ultimate purpose of humanity: to glorify God and enjoy Him forever, as stated in the Westminster Shorter Catechism. His faith and actions foreshadow the ultimate glorification of God through Jesus Christ, who perfectly fulfilled God's promises and brought salvation to humanity.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/a/abraham.htm">Abraham</a> The central figure in this passage, Abraham is known as the father of faith. His unwavering belief in God's promises is highlighted here. 2. <a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a> The promise-maker, whose faithfulness and power are the foundation of Abraham's faith. 3. <a href="/topical/p/promise_of_god.htm">Promise of God</a> Refers to God's covenant with Abraham, particularly the promise of numerous descendants and the coming of a Savior through his lineage.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/u/unwavering_faith.htm">Unwavering Faith</a> Abraham's faith did not waver despite circumstances. Believers are encouraged to trust in God's promises even when they seem impossible. <a href="/topical/s/strengthened_by_faith.htm">Strengthened by Faith</a> Faith itself can be a source of strength. As we trust in God, our faith grows stronger, enabling us to face challenges. <a href="/topical/g/glorifying_god.htm">Glorifying God</a> True faith results in giving glory to God. Our lives should reflect His glory as we trust in His promises. <a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_god's_promises.htm">The Power of God's Promises</a> God's promises are sure and reliable. Believers can rest in the assurance that God will fulfill what He has promised. <a href="/topical/f/faith_in_action.htm">Faith in Action</a> Abraham's faith was not passive; it was active and demonstrated through his actions. Our faith should also be evident in how we live.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_romans_4.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Romans 4</a> <a href="/q/what's_the_catholic_charismatic_movement.htm">Can belief make all things possible?</a> <a href="/q/how_does_the_bible_teach_patience.htm">How does the Bible teach patience?</a> <a href="/q/what_distinguishes_faith_from_hope.htm">What distinguishes faith from hope?</a> <a href="/q/what's_the_biblical_meaning_of_faith.htm">What is the biblical definition and example of faith?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/romans/4.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(20) In faith.--Better, through or by faith, corresponding to "through unbelief" in the preceding clause. Unbelief did not make him doubt, but faith made him confident and strong.Giving glory to God.--This phrase does not necessarily refer to a verbal ascription of praise, but may be used of anything which tends to God's glory, whether in thought, word, or deed (comp. <a href="/joshua/7-19.htm" title="And Joshua said to Achan, My son, give, I pray you, glory to the LORD God of Israel, and make confession to him; and tell me now what you have done; hide it not from me.">Joshua 7:19</a>; <a href="/ezra/10-11.htm" title="Now therefore make confession to the LORD God of your fathers, and do his pleasure: and separate yourselves from the people of the land, and from the strange wives.">Ezra 10:11</a>; <a href="/jeremiah/13-16.htm" title="Give glory to the LORD your God, before he cause darkness, and before your feet stumble on the dark mountains, and, while you look for light, he turn it into the shadow of death, and make it gross darkness.">Jeremiah 13:16</a>; <a href="/luke/17-18.htm" title="There are not found that returned to give glory to God, save this stranger.">Luke 17:18</a>; <a href="/john/9-24.htm" title="Then again called they the man that was blind, and said to him, Give God the praise: we know that this man is a sinner.">John 9:24</a>; <a href="/acts/12-23.htm" title="And immediately the angel of the Lord smote him, because he gave not God the glory: and he was eaten of worms, and gave up the ghost.">Acts 12:23</a>); here it seems to be applied to the frank recognition of God's omnipotence involved in Abraham's faith. . . . <a href="/commentaries/romans/4-20.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>Yet δὲ (de) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_1161.htm">Strong's 1161: </a> A primary particle; but, and, etc. he did not waver διεκρίθη (diekrithē) Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1252.htm">Strong's 1252: </a> From dia and krino; to separate thoroughly, i.e. to withdraw from, or oppose; figuratively, to discriminate, or hesitate. through disbelief ἀπιστίᾳ (apistia) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_570.htm">Strong's 570: </a> Unbelief, unfaithfulness, distrust. From apistos; faithlessness, i.e. disbelief, or unfaithfulness. in 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 τὴν (tēn) Article - Accusative Feminine Singular <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. promise ἐπαγγελίαν (epangelian) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1860.htm">Strong's 1860: </a> A promise. From epaggello; an announcement. of God, Θεοῦ (Theou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2316.htm">Strong's 2316: </a> A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. but ἀλλὰ (alla) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_235.htm">Strong's 235: </a> But, except, however. Neuter plural of allos; properly, other things, i.e. contrariwise. was strengthened ἐνεδυναμώθη (enedynamōthē) Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1743.htm">Strong's 1743: </a> To fill with power, strengthen, make strong. From en and dunamoo; to empower. in his τῇ (tē) Article - Dative Feminine Singular <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. faith πίστει (pistei) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4102.htm">Strong's 4102: </a> Faith, belief, trust, confidence; fidelity, faithfulness. [and] gave δοὺς (dous) Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1325.htm">Strong's 1325: </a> To offer, give; I put, place. A prolonged form of a primary verb; to give. glory δόξαν (doxan) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1391.htm">Strong's 1391: </a> From the base of dokeo; glory, in a wide application. to God, Θεῷ (Theō) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2316.htm">Strong's 2316: </a> A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/romans/4-20.htm">Romans 4:20 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/romans/4-20.htm">Romans 4:20 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/romans/4-20.htm">Romans 4:20 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/romans/4-20.htm">Romans 4:20 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/romans/4-20.htm">Romans 4:20 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/romans/4-20.htm">Romans 4:20 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/romans/4-20.htm">Romans 4:20 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/romans/4-20.htm">Romans 4:20 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/romans/4-20.htm">Romans 4:20 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/romans/4-20.htm">Romans 4:20 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/romans/4-20.htm">NT Letters: Romans 4:20 Yet looking to the promise of God (Rom. 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