Romans 15:17

I have therefore, &c. Lit., with the best reading, I have therefore my exultation in Christ Jesus as to things God-ward. The words "I have" are slightly emphatic, indicating the reality of his commission, labours, and success; and so the reality of his right to speak as a Teacher to the Roman Christians.

glory He exults in the "grace given to him," (Romans 15:15-16), and in its results (Romans 15:19).

through Lit., and better, in. It is as in union with Christ that he labours, and so his exultation is "in Christ."