Romans
“For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us.”
Romans 8:18
Romans 8:18 (KJV) speaks to suffering with purpose, glory to come, and eternal perspective — words set in Romans, Paul's fullest letter on the gospel. Sit with it for a moment, and let the words do their quiet work.
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Verses that sit beside this one
“For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory;”
2 Corinthians 4:17“But rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ's sufferings; that, when his glory shall be revealed, ye may be glad also with exceeding joy.”
1 Peter 4:13“Beloved, now are we the sons of God, and it doth not yet appear what we shall be: but we know that, when he shall appear, we shall be like him; for we shall see him as he is.”
1 John 3:2“When Christ, who is our life, shall appear, then shall ye also appear with him in glory.”
Colossians 3:4“Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you.”
Matthew 5:12“While we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen: for the things which are seen are temporal; but the things which are not seen are eternal.”
2 Corinthians 4:18
Common questions
What does Romans 8:18 mean?
In the King James Version, Romans 8:18 reads: "For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us." The verse speaks to suffering with purpose, glory to come, and eternal perspective. To read it well, take it in the flow of Romans 8 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 8:18 in the King James Version?
Yes. "For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us." is Romans 8:18 in the King James Version (KJV), found in Romans chapter 8.
What are some related Bible verses to Romans 8:18?
Verses that sit beside Romans 8:18 include 2 Corinthians 4:17, 1 Peter 4:13, and 1 John 3:2. Reading them alongside Romans 8:18 deepens the theme of suffering with purpose.
How can I pray with Romans 8:18?
Read Romans 8:18 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.