--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: What, then, shall we say in response to…" description: "\"“What, then, shall we say in response to this? If God is for us, who can be against us? (Romans 8:31 NIV) a”\" — Anonymous" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/66b/anonymous-1_bible_what-then-shall-we-say-in-response-to-th_2957907.jpg" --- # What, then, shall we say in response to this? If God is… ![“What, then, shall we say in response to this? If God is for us, who can be against us? (Romans 8:31 NIV) a” quote by Anonymous](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/66b/anonymous-1_bible_what-then-shall-we-say-in-response-to-th_2957907.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/66b/anonymous-1_bible_what-then-shall-we-say-in-response-to-th_2957907.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/66b/anonymous-1_bible_what-then-shall-we-say-in-response-to-th_2957907.jpg) > ““What, then, shall we say in response to this? If God is for us, who can be against us? (Romans 8:31 NIV) a”” [Anonymous](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/anonymous/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. If God supports us, no opposition can truly defeat us. **In simple terms:** God's support nullifies opposition. Key Takeaway Trust divine backing in adversity. Themes faith confidence spiritual warfare Mood hopeful devout Type spiritual motivational When to use this quote - personal crises - ethical decisions - community support - legal battles Key Concepts theology biblical assurance Questions to Reflect On - How does this belief shape your actions? - What if you doubt divine support? A Different Perspective Interpretations vary; not all see divine guarantee. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No ratings yet [Bible](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/bible/) [Christian](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/christian/) ## Related quotes > [What, then, shall we say in response to this? 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