Romans 8:22 Meaning
For we know that the whole creation groaneth and travaileth in pain together until now.
Context Explained
20For the creature was made subject to vanity, not willingly, but by reason of him who hath subjected the same in hope,
21Because the creature itself also shall be delivered from the bondage of corruption into the glorious liberty of the children of God.
22For we know that the whole creation groaneth and travaileth in pain together until now.
23And not only they, but ourselves also, which have the firstfruits of the Spirit, even we ourselves groan within ourselves, waiting for the adoption, to wit, the redemption of our body.
24For we are saved by hope: but hope that is seen is not hope: for what a man seeth, why doth he yet hope for?
Key Themes
Related Cross References
2 Peter 3:13
This verse speaks of the new heavens and new earth, connecting to the hope of creation's restoration.
Revelation 21:4
This verse echoes the promise of no more pain or suffering in the new creation.
Isaiah 65:17
This verse prophesies new creation, which aligns with the hope expressed in Romans 8:22.
Source: Romans 8:22