But I do not want you to be ignorant, brothers, that I often planned to come to you (but was held back until now), that I might have some fruit among you also, just as among the other nations. Truth to Learn Paul had intended to visit Rome several times,...
Romans 1:12 – Encouragement Needed!
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...
Romans 1:2 – The Promised Gospel
which He promised beforehand through His prophets in the Holy Scriptures, Truth to Learn The good news of Christ was promised to us in the Old Testament. Behind the Words The words “promised beforehand” are translated from the Greek proepangellomai. This is made up of pro, meaning “before, in...
Romans 1:1 – Our Master’s Slave
Paul, a slave of Jesus Christ, called to be an apostle, separated to the gospel of God Truth to Learn All Christians need to recognize that they are God’s slaves. Behind the Words The Greek word translated “slave” is doulos, which means, “a slave, one who is in a...
Romans – Introduction
Who Wrote This Letter? Through the centuries since the time of its writing there has been little dispute that this letter was written by the Apostle Paul. Though there have been some who claimed he was not the writer, their arguments are taken seriously by very few. As far back...
2 Peter 3:18 – Eternal Praise
But grow in grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and the day of eternity! Amen. Truth to Learn We are to grow spiritually and give God all the glory. Behind the Words The word translated “grow” is auxanō, meaning...
2 Peter 3:17 – Be On Guard
Then, beloved ones, knowing this beforehand, guard yourselves lest being led astray by the error of lawless men you fall from your own steadfastness. Truth to Learn Based on what Peter has just taught us, we must be wary of false teachers who would cause us to stumble. Behind...
2 Peter 3:16 – Only God’s Truth
as also in all his letters, speaking in them concerning these things, in which some things are hard to understand, which ignorant and unstable people distort, as also they do the other Scriptures, to their own destruction. Truth to Learn The hard truths of the Bible are often distorted and...
2 Peter 3:15 – Patiently Restraining
And consider our Lord's patience as salvation, just as our dear brother Paul also wrote you according to the wisdom given to him; Truth to Learn God is holding back His wrath so that salvation can come to as many as possible. Behind the Words The Greek word translated...
2 Peter 3:14 – Waiting Peacefully
So then, beloved ones, looking forward to these things, be diligent to be found spotless, and blameless, at peace with him. Truth to Learn We are to be at peace awaiting and looking forward to the return of Christ. Behind the Words The expression “looking forward to these things”...
2 Peter 3:13 – Righteous Heaven & Earth
But according to His promise, we are looking forward to a new heaven and a new earth, in which righteousness lives. Truth to Learn After God’s fiery judgment there will be a new heaven and a new earth where only the righteous will live. Behind the Words The word...