Romans 8:33, Who shall bring a charge against God’s elect? It is God who justifies.

Meaning:

• God’s elect: These are those who have been chosen by God and are in a right relationship with Him through faith in Jesus Christ.
• Justifies: This means God declares them righteous in His sight. He forgives their sins and credits them with the perfect righteousness of Christ.
• The phrase “Who shall bring a charge…?” is a rhetorical question that emphasizes the secure position of believers in Christ. Because God has justified them, no accusation or charge can stand against them in the courtroom of heaven. No matter what accusations may arise (from within, from others, or even from Satan), they are rendered ineffective because God, the ultimate Judge, has declared them righteous. 

Context:

This statement is part of a larger section in Romans 8 where the apostle Paul highlights the immense security and assurance believers have in Christ. It follows verses that emphasize God’s unwavering support for those who are in Christ: “If God is for us, who can be against us?” Paul continues to build this argument in the following verse by stating that Christ, who died and was raised, is now interceding for us at the right hand of God, further solidifying our security. 

Significance:

This phrase offers great comfort and assurance to believers. It highlights that their acceptance by God is not based on their own merits or works but on God’s grace and the finished work of Christ. It underscores that because God Himself has justified them, their position before Him is unshakeable and secure. 

Prayer: Dear God, I thank You for choosing me and for justifying me. I know that no one can bring a charge against me, because You have already declared me righteous through Your Son, Jesus Christ. I also thank You for the intercession of Jesus, who is at Your right hand, pleading for us. I trust in Your love and protection, and I rejoice in the assurance that nothing can separate me from Your love. 

In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen. 

Maranatha! Come Lord Jesus!