Romans 12:21 (KJV) speaks to courage, kindness, and perseverance — words set in Romans, Paul's fullest letter on the gospel. Read it unhurried, and let it become a prayer you return to.
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Verses that sit beside this one
“Though an host should encamp against me, my heart shall not fear: though war should rise against me, in this will I be confident.”
Psalms 27:3“For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.”
2 Timothy 1:7“The LORD is on my side; I will not fear: what can man do unto me?”
Psalms 118:6“And David said to Solomon his son, Be strong and of good courage, and do it: fear not, nor be dismayed: for the LORD God, even my God, will be with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee, until thou hast finished all the work for the service of the house of the LORD.”
1 Chronicles 28:20“Be strong and courageous, be not afraid nor dismayed for the king of Assyria, nor for all the multitude that is with him: for there be more with us than with him:”
2 Chronicles 32:7“With him is an arm of flesh; but with us is the LORD our God to help us, and to fight our battles. And the people rested themselves upon the words of Hezekiah king of Judah.”
2 Chronicles 32:8
Common questions
What does Romans 12:21 mean?
In the King James Version, Romans 12:21 reads: "Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good." The verse speaks to courage, kindness, and perseverance. To read it well, take it in the flow of Romans 12 rather than on its own, and let the words settle slowly — reading it aloud, or turning it into a short prayer, is often what makes its meaning land.
Is Romans 12:21 in the King James Version?
Yes. "Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good." is Romans 12:21 in the King James Version (KJV), found in Romans chapter 12.
What are some related Bible verses to Romans 12:21?
Verses that sit beside Romans 12:21 include Psalms 27:3, 2 Timothy 1:7, and Psalms 118:6. Reading them alongside Romans 12:21 deepens the theme of courage.
How can I pray with Romans 12:21?
Read Romans 12:21 slowly, take a breath, and turn it into a short prayer in your own words — thanking God for what it promises, or asking for what it points to. Keep it somewhere you will see it today, and let it be a companion rather than a task to finish.