Every time this expression is found in the New Testament the original meaning signifies that "it stands permanently written." Pertaining to sin, it stands permanently written that none are righteous (Rom. 3:10). Pertaining to the sacrifice of the Lord Jesus Christ, it stands permanently written that he came to do the Father's will (Heb. 10:17). Pertaining to salvation, it stands permanently written that those bringing the Gospel of peace are blessed (Rom. 10:15). Pertaining to our daily walk, it stands permanently written that believers are to be holy (I Pet. 1:16). Pertaining to judgment, it stands permanently written that God will destroy the wisdom of the wise and bring to nothing the understanding of the prudent (I Cor. 1:19).
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