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Romans 15:29
And I am sure that, when I come unto you, I shall come in the fullness of the blessing of the Gospel of Christ.
And I am sure that, when I come unto you, I shall come in the fullness of the blessing of the Gospel of Christ.
ROMANS 15:29 Cristou/ {A} The shorter reading euvlogi,aj Cristou/, decisively supported by early and good testimony (î46 a* A B C D G P 81 1739 Old Latin copsa, bo arm Clement Origenlat), was expande...
Verse 29. _IN THE FULNESS OF THE BLESSING OF THE GOSPEL OF_ _CHRIST._] The words του ευαγγελιου του, _of the Gospel_, are wanting in almost every MS. of importance. _Griesbach_ has left them out of t...
I AM SURE - Greek, I know; expressing the fullest confidence, a confidence that was greatly confirmed by the success of his labors elsewhere. IN THE FULNESS OF THE BLESSINGS ... - This is a Hebrew mod...
CHAPTER 15 _ 1. The Example of Christ. (Romans 15:1 .)_ 2. The Ministry of Christ. (Romans 15:8 .) 3. Paul's Personal Ministry. (Romans 15:14 .)...
THE PROSPECT OF COMING TO ROME. Romans 15:22. This long task repeatedly detained the writer; but now that he has evangelised the Eastern Provinces, he may realise the yearning toward Rome he had cheri...
And that is why on many occasions I found the way to come to you blocked. But now, since I have no longer a sphere for work in these areas, and since for many years back I have had a great desire to c...
THE MARKS OF THE FELLOWSHIP (Romans 15:1-6)...
I AM SURE. App-132. BLESSING. Greek. _eulogia._ First of sixteen occurances. OF THE GOSPEL. The texts omit....
_And I am sure_ Lit. BUT, or NOW, I KNOW. This "knowledge" was abundantly justified by the event. _in the fulness of the blessing of the Gospel of Christ_ The words "_of the Gospel_" must be omitted....
ἘΝ ΠΛΗΡΏΜΑΤΙ ΕΥ̓ΛΟΓΊΑΣ ΧΡΙΣΤΟΥ͂ = bringing with me Christ’s blessing in its full completeness. He feels no doubt (οἶδα) that, if he succeeds in reaching Rome, that is, in getting safe through his miss...
22–29. ΔΙῸ ΚΑῚ Κ.Τ.Λ. This work has detained him; but its completion leaves him free to fulfil his long cherished purpose, as soon as a special mission, in the interests of his work, has been fulfille...
The letter passes to personal matters (_a_) 14–21 a delicate apology and justification of the letter itself: it is not sent with a view to supplementing deficiencies of the Roman Christians, but partl...
ΟΙΔΑ (G1492) _praes. ind. act._ знать. Def. perf. со _знач. praes._ ΕΡΧΌΜΕΝΟΣ _praes. med. (dep.) part. от_ ΈΡΧΟΜΑΙ (G2064) идти, ΈΛΕΎΣΟΜΑΙ _fut. ind. med. (dep.) от_ ΈΡΧΟΜΑΙ (G2064) идти....
DISCOURSE: 1925 THE GOSPEL A SOURCE OF BLESSINGS Romans 15:29. _I am sure, that, when I come unto you, I shall come in the fulness of the blessing of the Gospel of Christ_. OF all the Apostles, St. P...
I SHALL COME IN THE FULNESS OF THE BLESSING— He may be understood to mean here, that he should be able to satisfy them, that the forgiveness of sins was to be obtained by the Gospel; for that he shews...
_TEXT_ Romans 15:14-33. And I myself also am persuaded of you, my brethren, that ye yourselves are full of goodness, filled with all knowledge, able also to admonish one another. Romans 15:15 But I wr...
And I am sure that, when I come unto you, I shall come in the fulness of the blessing of the gospel of Christ. AND I AM SURE ('I KNOW') THAT, WHEN I COME UNTO YOU, I SHALL COME IN THE FULLNESS OF T...
__ Paul's Intended Journey 28 During Paul's first three ministries the nations were dependent on Israel, and received of their spiritual things. Hence they were indebted to them and sought to pay by...
Though St. Paul did not come to Rome in the way he anticipated, his coming was brought about by God's Providence for 'the furtherance of the gospel': cp. Romans 1:11.; Philippians 1:13....
JEW AND GENTILE ALIKE THE OBJECT OF GOD'S LOVE. THE APOSTLE'S PLANS 1-13. The subject of Romans 14 is continued. 'Strength' should be displayed in helping the 'weak' after Christ's example (Romans 15:...
PAUL’S LETTER TO THE *ROMANS ROMANS _HILDA BRIGHT AND KEITH SIMONS_ CHAPTER 15 DO NOT TRY TO PLEASE YOURSELF 15:1-6 V1 Because we are strong, we should assist weak people. Our *faith is strong,...
I SHALL COME IN THE FULNESS. — I shall bring with me, come furnished with, the fulness of the blessing of Christ. The words “of the gospel” should be omitted. By “the fulness of the blessing of Christ...
For ἐρχόμενος … ἐλεύσομαι _cf._ 1 Corinthians 2:1. ἐν πληρώματι εὐλογίας Χριστοῦ. Paul's desire was to impart to the Romans χάρισμά τι πνευματικόν (Romans 1:2), and he is sure it will be satisfied to...
The Apostle's programme. He is at present on his way to Jerusalem with the gifts which his Gentile churches have made for the relief of the poor Christians there. The issue of this visit is dubious, a...
AMBITIOUS TO RENDER SERVICE Romans 15:22 The Apostle felt that it was in the line of the divine will that he should visit Rome, Romans 1:10. Relying, as he did, on the efficacy of prayer, it is not s...
The most powerful argument for Christian conduct is the example of Christ. He pleased not Himself. The injunction to receive one another is an injunction addressed to Jews and Gentiles. Throughout the...
(12) And I am sure that, when I come unto you, I shall come in the fulness of the blessing of the gospel of Christ. (12) He promises them through the blessing of God, not to come empty to them: and r...
_I know, by the Spirit of God revealing it to me, that God will give a blessing to my labours, when I come to you. That I may be delivered from the unbelievers in Judea, from the unbelieving Jews, for...
“ _When, therefore, I have accomplished this and have sealed to them this fruit, I will go on by you unto Spain. Now I know that when I come unto you, I shall come in the fulness of the blessing of Ch...
And I myself also am persuaded of you, my brethren, that ye also are full of goodness, filled with all knowledge, able also to admonish one another. (15) Nevertheless, brethren, I have written the mor...
The circumstances under which the epistle to the Romans was written gave occasion to the most thorough and comprehensive unfolding, not of the church, but of Christianity. No apostle had ever yet visi...
29._And I know, that when I come, etc. _These words may be explained in two ways: the first meaning is, — that he should find a plentiful fruit from the gospel at Rome; for the blessing of the gospel...
These instructions close the epistle. From Romans 15:8, it is the exordium, the personal circumstances of the apostle, and salutations. In Verses 8 to 12 (Romans 15:8-12), he sums up his thoughts resp...
AND I AM SURE WHEN I COME TO YOU,.... He intended to go to Spain; he was not sure he should reach thither; but he was positive in it he should come to Rome. It had been much and long upon his mind; an...
And I am sure that, when I come unto you, I shall come in the fulness of the blessing of the gospel of Christ. Ver. 29. _In the fulness of the blessing_] Christ may use one of less grace to do more g...
_When, therefore, I have performed this_ journey and service, _and have sealed to them_ Safely delivered to them, without diminution, as a treasure under a seal; _this fruit_ This contribution, which...
The subject of Romans 14:1 continues through verse 7 of Romans 15:1. We have seen first the Lord's authority in regard to men's consciences, then love toward our brethren a reason for considering thei...
One more obstacle - Go to Jerusalem Minister to the saints in need 26 Macedonia and Greece have sent money to help poor saints in Jerusalem. NOTE: "Saints Only" teaching - Galatians 6:10 all men,...
AND. KNOW THAT, WHEN. COME UNTO YOU,. SHALL COME IN THE FULNESS OF THE BLESSING OF CHRIST. 'in the fulness of the blessing of Christ' -'Paul's desire to visit them was not selfish. He knew that he w...
22-29 The apostle sought the things of Christ more than his own will, and would not leave his work of planting churches to go to Rome. It concerns all to do that first which is most needful. We must...
i.e. As some expound it, I shall find you furnished with all spiritual and gospel blessings: this sense agrees with ROMANS 15:14. But others rather think, that he speaks of what he should bring with h...
And I know that, when I come unto you, I shall come in the fulness of the blessing of Christ : [Paul had no doubt about the favorable conditions in the Roman church, nor about his kindly reception by...
Clement of Alexandria Stromata Book V " "For I know," says the apostle, "that when I come to you, I shall come in the fulness of the blessing of Christ; "[123]...
Romans 15:29 But G1161 know G1492 (G5758) that G3754 come G2064 (G5740) to G4314 you G5209 come...
HIS AIM TO VISIT ROME AFTER HE HAS MINISTERED TO JEWISH BELIEVERS IN TAKING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF THE GENTILE CHURCHES TO THE CHURCH IN JERUSALEM (15:22-33). Paul now confirms the unity of Jewish and G...
3). THE MINISTRY OF THE MESSIAH IS TO BOTH JEWS AND GENTILES (15:7-33). Paul now demonstrates that the Messiah has come in order to minister to both Jews and Gentiles, and that this has been in part a...
‘And I know that, when I come to you, I will come in the fullness of the blessing of Christ.' Paul feels that once he has delivered the contribution of the Gentiles to the Jerusalem church and has emp...
1. _Personal Explanations._ This section forms an ‘epilogue' (Meyer), corresponding in matter with the introductory paragraph; chap. Romans 1:8-15. The Apostle first expresses his confidence in the Ro...
Romans 15:29. AND I KNOW THAT, etc. The Apostle's humility did not prevent him from knowing this and writing of it. More confidence of _this kind_ would promote humility in the preacher. IN THE FULN...
WHEN I COME (ερχομενος). Present middle participle of ερχομα with the time of the future middle indicative ελευσομα (coming I shall come).IN THE FULNESS OF THE BLESSING OF CHRIST (εν πληρωματ ευλο...
Romans 15:29 Christian Confidence. Consider the sources of our confidence in our Christian influence. I. There is the constancy of Christ Himself. The constancy of Christ is as much an article of ou...
Romans 15:13. Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost. And I myself also am persuaded of you, my brethren, tha...
CONTENTS: Jewish and Gentile believers under one salvation. Paul speaks of His ministry and coming journey. CHARACTERS: God, Jesus, Holy Spirit, Paul, Isaiah. CONCLUSION: The self-denial of our Lord...
Romans 15:4. _Whatsoever things were written afore-time,_ by Moses and the prophets concerning Christ, and the calling of the gentiles, were written in order to afford us the greatest comfort, by demo...
WITH A FULL MEASURE OF THE BLESSING OF CHRIST. He certainly did not expect to reach Rome as a prisoner (_see note on_ Acts 28:16). Yet his coming was with this blessing (Romans 1:11; Acts 28:30-31)....
_And I am sure that, when I come unto you, I shall come in the fulness of the blessing of the gospel of Christ._ THE FULNESS OF THE BLESSING OF THE GOSPEL OF CHRIST Separation is one of the evil frui...
_CRITICAL NOTES_ Romans 15:26. TO MAKE A CERTAIN CONTRIBUTION.—To make a contribution of some sort or other. Meyer thus explains the passage: “To bring about a participation in reference to the poor—_...
EXPOSITION ROMANS 16:1 IV. SUPPLEMENTARY. Questions have been raised and much discussed as to the connection of the last two chapters, 15. and 16., with the rest of the Epistle. The facts and the o...
Shall we turn to the fifteenth chapter of Paul's epistle to the Romans. In the fourteenth chapter Paul was dealing with the subject of walking in love within the body of Christ. Recognizing that we ha...
Ephesians 1:3; Ephesians 3:19; Ephesians 3:8; Ephesians 4:13; E
Gospel. Omit, and read blessing of Christ....