Romans 1:15 So, as much as is in me, I am ready to preach the gospel to you who are in Rome also. Truth to Learn Paul was ready to risk his life to obey God’s call in his life. Behind the Words The expression “I am ready” is translated...
Romans 1:14 – Indebted to God
Romans 1:14 I am a debtor both to Greeks and to barbarians, both to wise and to unwise. Truth to Learn Paul was compelled to preach to the Gentiles because of what he owed to God. Behind the Words “Debtor” is from opheiletēs, meaning “one who owes a debt or...
Romans 1:13 – Focused Zeal
Romans 1:13 Now I do not want you to be unaware, brethren, that I often planned to come to you (but was hindered until now), that I might have some fruit among you also, just as among the other Gentiles. Truth to Learn Paul had intended to visit Rome several...
Romans 1:12 – Encouragement Needed!
Romans 1:12 that is, that I may be encouraged together with you by the mutual faith both of you and me. Truth to Learn The Apostle Paul needed comforting at times as we all do. Behind the Words “That is” is translated from the Greek touto de estin. Literally, this...
Romans 1:11 – A Firm Standing
Romans 1:11 For I long to see you, that I may impart to you some spiritual gift, so that you may be established— Truth to Learn Paul was filled with a desire to teach God’s truths to others. Behind the Words The word translated “impart” is the Greek word metadō....
Romans 1:10 – Focused on Serving
Romans 1:10 making request if, by some means, now at last I may find a way in the will of God to come to you. Truth to Learn Paul’s singular focus in life was serving God. Behind the Words The Greek word translated “making request” is deomai. This appears to...
Romans 1:9 – Unceasing Prayer
Romans 1:9 For God is my witness, whom I serve with my spirit in the gospel of His Son, that without ceasing I make mention of you always in my prayers, Truth to Learn Paul was a prayer warrior and prayed for others constantly. Behind the Words The word “witness”...
Romans 1:8 – World Renowned Faith
Romans 1:8 First, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for you all, that your faith is spoken of throughout the whole world. Truth to Learn Living as a Christian in the midst of paganism takes faith. Behind the Words The word “first” is translated from the Greek prōton men....
Romans 1:7 – The Called Saints
Romans 1:7 To all who are in Rome, beloved of God, called to be saints: Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Truth to Learn All Christians have been called by God, and we are saints. Behind the Words “Beloved” is translated from...
Romans 1:6 – God’s Saving Call
Romans 1:6 among whom you also are the called of Jesus Christ; Truth to Learn Every Christian is one of God’s special called ones. Behind the Words The word translated “nations” in the previous verse is ethnos, (from which we get the English word ethnic) meaning “a race of people,”...