23 Gaius,(AM) whose hospitality I and the whole church here enjoy, sends you his greetings. Phoebe may have been the person who personally delivered Paul’s epistle to the Romans. The emphasis rests on ‘made manifest;’ the whole thought is explanatory of the ‘revelation of the mystery,’ and in contrast with the long silence just spoken of (Romans 16:25). It has been the common policy of seducers to set upon those who are softened by convictions. He explained that some will try to draw them in with flattery, but they are not legitimate preachers of Jesus Christ. But this passage is not a dry list of names. 16 Salute one another with an holy kiss. He warned to be careful of those who claim to be good and those who are evil. 2. Amen.(AT). By Ernie and Mary Kroeger. 12 Salute Tryphena and Tryphosa, who labour in the Lord. 4. 3 Greet Priscilla and Aquila my helpers in Christ Jesus: 4 Who have for my life laid down their own necks: unto whom not only I give thanks, but also all the churches of the Gentiles. Romans 16 is the final passage in Paul's long letter to the Christians in Rome. Romans 16:16, KJV: "Salute one another with an holy kiss.The churches of Christ salute you." 1 Edwards, Romans, p. 354. Just as many hues and colors are blended together to create a beautiful design, so many types of service are needed to present and reveal the wonderful love of God! Christ is salvation to all nations. Romans Chapter 16. 26 But now is made manifest, and by the scriptures of the prophets, according to the commandment of the everlasting God, made known to all nations for the obedience of faith: 27 To God only wise, be glory through Jesus Christ for ever. Rather, it gives insight into the church in Rome and it reveals Paul’s esteem and regard for some of the believers there. Help her in whatever she needs, for she has been helpful to many, and especially to me. (AH), 21 Timothy,(AI) my co-worker, sends his greetings to you, as do Lucius,(AJ) Jason(AK) and Sosipater, my fellow Jews.(AL). All rights reserved worldwide. (Y) 18 For such people are not serving our Lord Christ,(Z) but their own appetites. It contains four sections: his greetings to specific people in Rome, a quick and urgent warning about the danger of false teachers, greetings from those who are with him in Corinth, and a final hymn of praise to God called a doxology. She received Paul’s hearty commendation. 19 Everyone has heard(AC) about your obedience, so I rejoice because of you; but I want you to be wise about what is good, and innocent about what is evil.(AD). Salute them which are of Aristobulus' household. (1-16) Cautions the church against such as made divisions. 1 * I commend to you Phoebe our sister, who is [also] a minister * of the church at Cenchreae, a 2 that you may receive her in the Lord in a manner worthy of the holy ones, and help her in whatever she may need from you, for she has been a benefactor to many and to me as well. 16 For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes: first to the Jew, then to the Gentile. Avoid them. A pliable temper is good when under good guidance, otherwise it may be easily led astray. Key Words-Greet- To enfold in the arms, to salute, to welcome. 1 Corinthians 16:20 All the brethren greet you. (Written to the Romans from Corinthus, and sent by Phebe servant of the church at Cenchrea.). Cancel {{#items}} {{/items}} Romans 16. 25 Now to him that is of power to stablish you according to my gospel, and the preaching of Jesus Christ, according to the revelation of the mystery, which was kept secret since the world began. 14 Salute Asyncritus, Phlegon, Hermas, Patrobas, Hermes, and the brethren which are with them. Watch our overview video on Romans 5-16, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. Romans 16:1–16 NIV 1 I commend to you our sister Phoebe, a deacon , of the church in Cenchreae. 16,17 In these verses the apostle opens the design of the whole epistle, in which he brings forward a charge of sinfulness against all flesh; declares the only method of deliverance from condemnation, by faith in the mercy of God, through Jesus Christ; and then builds upon it purity of heart, grateful obedience, and earnest desires to improve in all those Christian graces and … 1 I commend to you our sister Phoebe, who is a deacon in the church in Cenchrea. Erastus the chamberlain of the city saluteth you, and Quartus a brother. Chapter 16. 3. 7 Greet Andronicus and Junia, my fellow Jews(K) who have been in prison with me. CHAPTER 16. 2 That ye receive her in the Lord, as becometh saints, and that ye assist her in whatsoever business she hath need of you: for she hath been a succourer of many, and of myself also.. 3 Greet Priscilla and Aquila my helpers in Christ Jesus: Greet them that be of the household of Narcissus, which are in the Lord. 20 And the God of peace shall bruise Satan under your feet shortly. I ask you to receive her in the Lord in a way worthy of his people and to give her any help she may need from you, for she has been the benefactor of many people, including me. 17 I urge you, brothers and sisters, to watch out for those who cause divisions and put obstacles in your way that are contrary to the teaching you have learned. The obedience of faith is that obedience which is paid to the word of faith, and which comes by the grace of faith. What does Romans chapter 16 mean? Paul asks help for one that had been helpful to many; he that watereth shall be watered also himself. Romans 16 is the sixteenth chapter of the Epistle to the Romans in the New Testament of the Christian Bible. Romans Chapter 16– John Karmelich . Many call Christ, Master and Lord, who are far from serving him. Not many mighty, not many noble are called, but some are. Romans 16:1 "I commend unto you Phebe our sister, which is a servant of the church which is at Cenchrea:" Phoebe means bright and radiant, which fits Paul’s brief description of her personality and Christian character. Romans 16:16 Parallel Verses [⇓ See commentary ⇓] Romans 16:16, NIV: "Greet one another with a holy kiss.All the churches of Christ send greetings." He realized that the work of the Lord is like a tapestry. 1 I commend unto you Phebe our sister, which is a servant of the church which is at Cenchrea:. And the gospel is revealed, not to be talked of and disputed about, but to be submitted to. 1 The oldest surviving manuscript of Romans, Chester Beatty Papyrus II, also known as Π 46, dating from the early third century, places the benediction of 16… 16 Greet each other with the holy kiss. (V), 16 Greet one another with a holy kiss.(W). NIV Reverse Interlinear Bible: English to Hebrew and English to Greek. Chapter. All the churches of Christ send greetings. (B) 2 I ask you to receive her in the Lord(C) in a way worthy of his people(D) and to give her any help she may need from you, for she has been the benefactor of many people, including me. In Romans Chapter 16, Paul warned his followers to beware of those people who wish to divide them by causing infighting and other troubles. (2) Read more about Aquila and Prisca in Acts 18:1-4; Acts 18:24-28 and 1 Corinthians 16:19. 24 The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. 23 Gaius mine host, and of the whole church, saluteth you. Apparently Phoebe was on her way to Rome (probably entrusted with this precious letter… 3 Greet Priscilla[c] and Aquila,(E) my co-workers(F) in Christ Jesus. (G) 4 They risked their lives for me. That in the earliest churches there were deaconesses, to attend … 18 For they that are such serve not our Lord Jesus Christ, but their own belly; and by good words and fair speeches deceive the hearts of the simple. 5 Greet also the church that meets at their house. Hold out therefore, faith and patience, yet a little while. 13 Salute Rufus chosen in the Lord, and his mother and mine. 15 Salute Philologus, and Julia, Nereus, and his sister, and Olympas, and all the saints which are with them. Salutations added from some who were with Paul, Romans 16:21-24. Greet my dear friend Persis, another woman who has worked very hard in the Lord. Be so wise as not to be deceived, yet so simple as not to be deceivers. 16:8: Greet Amplias my beloved in the Lord. Romans Chapter 16. 16 Greet one another with a holy kiss. The Power of God Amen. Most of this final chapter to the Romans contains greetings. Whatever differs from the sound doctrine of the Scriptures, opens a door to divisions and offences. Romans 16 [[[[[ROM 16:1 I commend unto you Phebe our sister, which is a servant of the church which is at Cenchrea: ROM 16:2 That ye receive her in the Lord, as becometh saints, and that ye assist her in whatsoever business she hath need of you: for she hath been a succourer of many, and of myself also. 2 Corinthians 13:12 Greet one another with an holy kiss. Teaching Points. They corrupt the head by deceiving the heart; perverting the judgments by winding themselves into the affections. (25-27) Commentary on Romans 16:1-16 (Read Romans 16:1-16) Salute the beloved Persis, which laboured much in the Lord. Romans 16:1. When Satan seems to prevail, and we are ready to give up all as lost, then will the God of peace interpose in our behalf. 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