Romans 1:19 because what may be known of God is manifest in them, for God has shown it to them. Truth to Learn God does not hide Himself from mankind. Behind the Words The phrase, “the thing which may be known” is from the Greek to gnoston, which literally means...
Romans 1:18 – Truth Bullies
Romans 1:18 For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who suppress the truth in unrighteousness, Truth to Learn Sinfulness suppresses and hides God’s truth. Our job is to reveal that truth to the sinful world around us. Behind the Words The...
Romans 1:17 – Confident Faith
Romans 1:17 For in it the righteousness of God is revealed from faith to faith; as it is written, "The just shall live by faith." Truth to Learn From salvation to service, we reveal God’s righteousness. Behind the Words The phrase “from faith to faith” has been hotly debated for...
Romans 1:16 – Powerful Message
Romans 1:16 For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes, for the Jew first and also for the Greek. Truth to Learn There is eternal life giving power in the gospel message. Behind the Words...
Romans 1:15 – Listening and Ready
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...