Romans 16:1

The present chapter is a beautiful illustration of the lively interest which the apostle took, not in churches alone, but also in their individual members; and as naturally growing out of this, of the extent and accuracy of his knowledge concerning them. For, in writing to a church which he had never visited, he not only salutes many by name, but accurately describes the Christian service rendered by them. Herein he is an example to all Christ's ministers.

Our sister; a member of the Christian church.

A servant of the church; employed in instructing the young, and in visiting the poor, sick, and afflicted.

Cenchrea; the eastern seaport of Corinth, whence the apostle sent the epistle, and, as is generally supposed, by the hand of this woman. True religion unites believers, not only to Christ but to one another, in a most tender and endearing union-one which is a source of rich enjoyment, which will outlive all other unions, and be growing more delightful for ever.