Rom 8:20-21 | MHM | STEP | v. 20 : “For the creation was subjected to futility, not willingly, but because of Him who subjected it in hope” (Romans 8:20 ). The world and everything in it were made subject to decay and frustration because of human sin, but God planned this with hope for a future restoration.

‏ Romans 8:20-21

v. 20: “For the creation was subjected to futility, not willingly, but because of Him who subjected it in hope” (Romans 8:20 ^a). The world and everything in it were made subject to decay and frustration because of human sin, but God planned this with hope for a future restoration.

v. 21: “Because the creation itself also will be delivered from the bondage of corruption into the glorious liberty of the children of God” (Romans 8:21 ^b). One day, the world itself will be set free from death and decay. The whole creation will enjoy freedom when God’s children are raised and glorified.