that is, that I may be comforted together with you, through the faith in one another, both yours and mine. 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
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 “Long” is from the Greek verb epipotheō, which is made...
Romans 1:10 – Focused on Serving
making request if, by any means, now at length I shall be blessed by 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 be a...
Romans 1:9 – Unceasing Prayer
For God is my witness, whom I serve in my spirit in the gospel of His Son, how without ceasing I make mention of you in my prayers, Truth to Learn Paul was a prayer warrior and prayed for others constantly. Behind the Words The word “witness” is translated...
Romans 1:8 – World Renowned Faith
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. The...
Romans 1:7 – The Called Saints
To all who are in Rome, beloved of God, called 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 all saints. Behind the Words “Beloved” is translated from agapētos, meaning...
Romans 1:6 – God’s Saving Call
among whom are you also the called ones 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,”...
Romans 1:5 – Working for God
Through whom we received grace and apostleship to obedience of faith among all nations for His name, Truth to Learn Paul received his salvation and apostleship from Jesus. Behind the Words “Received” is from the Greek verb lambanō, meaning “to take” or “to receive.” The word translated “to” is...
Romans 1:4 – Divine Resurrection Declaration
and declared to be the Son of God in power according to the Spirit of holiness, by the resurrection from the dead, Jesus Christ our Lord; Truth to Learn Jesus was resurrected from the dead, declaring that He is God. Behind the Words The word translated “declared” is the...
Romans 1:3 – Son of a King
concerning His Son, who was born of the seed of David according to flesh, Truth to Learn Jesus, the focus of the gospel message, the Christ, the Messiah, is descended from King David. Behind the Words The words “was born” come from the Greek, “tou genomenou” which means “the...