The context for this verse is to be found in V:35 of this same chapter of Paul's epistle. The Apostle rhetorically asked: "Can anything ever separate us from Christ's love? Does it mean he no longer loves us if we have trouble or calamity, or are persecuted, or hungry, or destitute, or in danger, or threatened with death?" While many actually do feel like these kinds of experiences are evidence that God has abandoned them, Paul says emphatically, "No! Despite all of these things, Christ loves us-and will make us victorious!"

In Paul's understanding, believers who conquer trials-like troubles in their lives, calamities in the world or their families, persecutions from enemies, financial challenges, or even dangers-are not only loved by the Lord but are clearly the very one who have received of His help. For, as Paul suggests, the "victory" over such "overwhelming" things, comes "through Christ"-and in no other way!

So, amid the insane number of trials that are part of our day, let us remember that Christ has already won the greatest battle; He has already earned the ultimate victory on our behalf! Salvation is a reality, and nothing could be more important to know. Let us not despair and let us not doubt! Despite all that we may be called to endure, those who believe know how this story ends. And the "overwhelming victory is ours through Christ!" For, He loves us!