Romans 4:4

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Now the wages of the worker are not credited as a gift, but as an obligation.
Berean Standard Bible (BSB)
Now to him who works, the reward is not counted as grace, but as something owed.
World English Bible (WEB)
Now{G1161} to him that worketh{G2038}{(G5740)} is{G3049} the reward{G3408} not{G3756} reckoned{G3049}{(G5736)} of{G2596} grace{G5485}, but{G235} of{G2596} debt{G3783}.
Strong's King James
(4) Now to one working for his wage, it isn't credited as a favourable-grace rather as what's due.
The F.O.G
[4] Now consider this: When someone works a job, their paycheck isn't a gift—it's a debt their employer owes them for services rendered. This is the economy of earning and deserving.
The F.O.G Paraphrase
and to him who is working, the reward is not reckoned of grace, but of debt;
Young's Literal Translation

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