Romans 14:12
New International Version
So then, each of us will give an account of ourselves to God.

New Living Translation
Yes, each of us will give a personal account to God.

English Standard Version
So then each of us will give an account of himself to God.

Berean Standard Bible
So then, each of us will give an account of himself to God.

Berean Literal Bible
So then, each of us will give account concerning himself to God.

King James Bible
So then every one of us shall give account of himself to God.

New King James Version
So then each of us shall give account of himself to God.

New American Standard Bible
So then each one of us will give an account of himself to God.

NASB 1995
So then each one of us will give an account of himself to God.

NASB 1977
So then each one of us shall give account of himself to God.

Legacy Standard Bible
So then each one of us will give an account of himself to God.

Amplified Bible
So then, each of us will give an account of himself to God.

Berean Annotated Bible
So then, each of us will give an account of himself to God {Theō}.

Christian Standard Bible
So then, each of us will give an account of himself to God.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
So then, each of us will give an account of himself to God.

American Standard Version
So then each one of us shall give account of himself to God.

Contemporary English Version
And so, each of us must give an account to God for what we do.

English Revised Version
So then each one of us shall give account of himself to God.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
All of us will have to give an account of ourselves to God.

Good News Translation
Every one of us, then, will have to give an account to God.

International Standard Version
Consequently, each of us will give an account of himself to God.

NET Bible
Therefore, each of us will give an account of himself to God.

New Heart English Bible
So then each one of us will give account of himself to God.

Webster's Bible Translation
So then every one of us shall give account of himself to God.

Weymouth New Testament
So we see that every one of us will give account of himself to God.
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
So then, each of us will give an account of himself to God.

World English Bible
So then each one of us will give account of himself to God.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
so, then, each of us will give reckoning to God concerning himself;

Berean Literal Bible
So then, each of us will give account concerning himself to God.

Young's Literal Translation
so, then, each of us concerning himself shall give reckoning to God;

Smith's Literal Translation
So therefore shall each of us give word for himself to God.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Therefore every one of us shall render account to God for himself.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And so, each one of us shall offer an explanation of himself to God.

New American Bible
So [then] each of us shall give an account of himself [to God].

New Revised Standard Version
So then, each of us will be accountable to God.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
So then every one of us shall answer for himself to God.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
So then, every person among us gives an account of himself to God.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
Therefore, every one of us shall give an account of himself to God.

Godbey New Testament
Then therefore each one of us shall give an account to God for himself.

Haweis New Testament
Assuredly then every one of us shall give an account of himself to God.

Mace New Testament
Since then every one of us shall give an account of himself to God;

Weymouth New Testament
So we see that every one of us will give account of himself to God.

Worrell New Testament
So, then, each one of us shall give account concerning himself to God.

Worsley New Testament
So that every one of us shall give an account of himself to God.

Additional Translations ...



Context
The Law of Liberty
11It is written: “As surely as I live, says the Lord, every knee will bow before Me; every tongue will confess to God.” 12So then, each of us will give an account of himself to God. 13Therefore let us stop judging one another. Instead, make up your mind not to put any stumbling block or obstacle in your brother’s way.…

Cross References
So then,

Ecclesiastes 12:14
For God will bring every deed into judgment, along with every hidden thing, whether good or evil.

James 4:12
There is only one Lawgiver and Judge, the One who is able to save and destroy. But who are you to judge your neighbor?
each of us

2 Corinthians 5:10
For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, that each one may receive his due for the things done in the body, whether good or bad.

Galatians 6:5
For each one should carry his own load.
will give an account

1 Peter 4:5
But they will have to give an account to Him who is ready to judge the living and the dead.

Matthew 12:36
But I tell you that men will give an account on the day of judgment for every careless word they have spoken.
of himself

Ezekiel 18:20
The soul who sins is the one who will die. A son will not bear the iniquity of his father, and a father will not bear the iniquity of his son. The righteousness of the righteous man will fall upon him, and the wickedness of the wicked man will fall upon him.

1 Corinthians 11:28
Each one must examine himself before he eats of the bread and drinks of the cup.
to God.

Romans 2:16
on the day when God will judge men’s secrets through Christ Jesus, as proclaimed by my gospel.

Hebrews 4:13
Nothing in all creation is hidden from God’s sight; everything is uncovered and exposed before the eyes of Him to whom we must give account.
2 Corinthians 5:10
For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, that each one may receive his due for the things done in the body, whether good or bad.

Matthew 12:36
But I tell you that men will give an account on the day of judgment for every careless word they have spoken.

Hebrews 4:13
Nothing in all creation is hidden from God’s sight; everything is uncovered and exposed before the eyes of Him to whom we must give account.

1 Peter 4:5
But they will have to give an account to Him who is ready to judge the living and the dead.

Galatians 6:5
For each one should carry his own load.

James 3:1
Not many of you should become teachers, my brothers, because you know that we who teach will be judged more strictly.


Treasury of Scripture

So then every one of us shall give account of himself to God.

Ecclesiastes 11:9
Rejoice, O young man, in thy youth; and let thy heart cheer thee in the days of thy youth, and walk in the ways of thine heart, and in the sight of thine eyes: but know thou, that for all these things God will bring thee into judgment.

Matthew 12:36
But I say unto you, That every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgment.

Matthew 18:23
Therefore is the kingdom of heaven likened unto a certain king, which would take account of his servants.

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Romans 14
1. Men may not condemn one another for disputable matters;
13. but must take heed that they give no offense in them;
15. which the apostle proves unlawful by many reasons.












So then,

Paul concludes his instruction about disputes over food, days, and other matters of conscience within the church. Believers are not appointed to judge fellow servants of Christ.

Ecc 12:14 For God will bring every deed into judgment,…
Jas 4:12 There is only one Lawgiver and Judge, the One…

each of us

Jewish and Gentile Christians alike stand before God as individuals, regardless of background, status, or convictions in matters not commanded or forbidden by Scripture.

2Co 5:10 For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ,…
Gal 6:5 For each one should carry his own load.

will give an account

A future reckoning awaits every believer. God will evaluate each person’s conduct, motives, and stewardship in light of the responsibility entrusted to him.

1Pe 4:5 But they will have to give an account…
Mat 12:36 But I tell you that men will give an account…

of himself

No one will answer for another person’s conscience or choices. Personal responsibility before God removes any basis for pride, condemnation, or interference in another believer’s service to Christ.

Ezk 18:20 The soul who sins is the one who will die.…
1Co 11:28 Each one must examine himself before he eats…

to God.

God is the final Judge, and all believers belong to Him. His judgment is righteous and complete.

Rom 2:16 on the day when God will judge men’s secrets…
Heb 4:13 Nothing in all creation is hidden from God’s sight;…

Persons / Places / Events
1. Paul the Apostle
The author of the Book of Romans, Paul was a key figure in the early Christian church, known for his missionary journeys and theological teachings.

2. The Roman Church
The recipients of the letter, the Roman Christians were a diverse group of Jewish and Gentile believers living in the heart of the Roman Empire.

3. Judgment Seat of God
The event referred to in this passage, where believers will stand before God to give an account of their lives.
Teaching Points
Personal Accountability
Each believer is responsible for their own actions and decisions. We cannot rely on others to account for us before God.

Self-Examination
Regularly examine your life and actions in light of Scripture to ensure you are living in a way that honors God.

Eternal Perspective
Keep in mind the eternal consequences of your actions. Live with the awareness that you will one day stand before God.

Grace and Responsibility
While we are saved by grace, we are still called to live responsibly and righteously as a response to that grace.

Encouragement to Live Righteously
Knowing that we will give an account should motivate us to live in a way that reflects Christ's love and truth.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Romans 14:12?

2. How does Romans 14:12 encourage personal accountability in your daily walk with Christ?

3. What does "each of us will give an account" mean for believers today?

4. How can Romans 14:12 guide interactions with fellow believers in matters of conscience?

5. Connect Romans 14:12 with Matthew 12:36 about accountability for our words.

6. How can you prepare to give an account to God as Romans 14:12 states?

7. How does Romans 14:12 emphasize personal accountability before God?

8. What historical context influenced Paul's message in Romans 14:12?

9. How does Romans 14:12 challenge modern views on individual responsibility?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Romans 14?


Romans 14:12 brings the discussion from theoretical debates to personal responsibility: since each believer will personally report to God, we are freed from judging others and compelled to live conscientiously before Him. Universal, individual accountability motivates humility, self-examination, and graciousness in disputable matters, all under the watchful eye of our righteous and merciful Judge.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
So
Ἄρα (Ara)
Conjunction
Strong's 686: Then, therefore, since. Probably from airo; a particle denoting an inference more or less decisive.

then,
οὖν (oun)
Conjunction
Strong's 3767: Therefore, then. Apparently a primary word; certainly, or accordingly.

each
ἕκαστος (hekastos)
Adjective - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 1538: Each (of more than two), every one. As if a superlative of hekas; each or every.

of us
ἡμῶν (hēmōn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Plural
Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.

will give
δώσει (dōsei)
Verb - Future Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 1325: To offer, give; I put, place. A prolonged form of a primary verb; to give.

an account
λόγον (logon)
Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3056: From lego; something said; by implication, a topic, also reasoning or motive; by extension, a computation; specially, the Divine Expression.

of
περὶ (peri)
Preposition
Strong's 4012: From the base of peran; properly, through, i.e. Around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time.

himself
ἑαυτοῦ (heautou)
Reflexive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 1438: Himself, herself, itself.

to God.
Θεῷ (Theō)
Noun - Dative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2316: A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.


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