Matthew Poole and continuators on Romans 5:2

2. By whom also we have access by faith, into this grace wherein we stand , and rejoyce in hope of the glory of God .

We have not only reconciliation with God by Iesus Christ, but also by Faith in him we are admitted to his presence, his Grace and Favour. One may be reconciled to his Prince, and yet not to be brought into his Presence. Witness Absalom, &c. vid. Eph. 2.18. and 3.12. 1 Pet. 3.18.

This grace is either that whereof he spake, ch. 3.24. or else rather it may be understood of that excellent state of Reconciliation, Friendship and Favour with God, which God hath graciously bestowed upon us.

Or in which we stand or abide, not stirring a foot for any temptation or persecution. A metaphor from Souldiers keeping their station in fight. A man may obtain his Princes Favour, and lose it again. But, &c.

In the Glory hoped for, a Hebraism. vid. Luke 10.20. 1 Pet. 1.8, 9. even in that Glory which God hath promised, and consists in the enjoyment of him.

Marginal references: Or, have had.; Heb. 3.6.