Romans 8:21-23

Christian Standard Bible

²¹ that the creation itself^(A) will also be set free from the bondage to decay into the glorious freedom of God’s children. ²² For we know that the whole creation has been groaning together with labor pains^(B) until now. ²³ Not only that,^(C) but we ourselves who have the Spirit as the firstfruits^(D)—we also groan within ourselves,^(E) eagerly waiting for adoption,^(F) the redemption of our bodies.^(G)