Paul wanted the Romans to live right Righteous living, Rom. 12, 13 Tolerant of differences, Rom. 14 »Matters of indifference, 1 Tim. 4 »Not sin, Rom. 16:17, 18
Chapter 15 has two parts Unity: important Labors: Trust God
Strong to bear with the weak, 1 Mature & immature, 1 Thes. 5:14 Strong responsible
Seek to edify one another, 2 Put others first, Phil. 2:1-4 No compromise of truth, Gal. 1:10 Not forced by others, Gal. 2:3-5
Christ is our example, 3 Did not please self, Jn. 8:29; 1:29 Bore brunt of rejection of God, Lk. 22:42
OT teaches & comforts us, 4 Compliments NT Patience Comfort Hope
Unity needed to glorify God, 5-7 Mouth & mind, 1 Cor. 1:10 Receive like Christ, Eph. 4:32 Glory of God, not in-fighting
Christ confirmed OT promises, 8-12 Helped Jews Helped Gentiles Fulfilled promises »Law, Deut. 32:43 »Psalms, 18:49; 117:1 »Prophets, Isa. 11:10
Belief in promises: Gives joy, peace, hope, 13 By God By Holy Spirit – OT Only in unity!
Confidence in Roman saints, 14 Goodness – motives Knowledge – understanding Admonition – action
Purpose of his duties, 15, 16 Admonish, 2 Pet. 1:12-15 Ensure acceptance Sanctify by H.S., Jn. 17:17
View of his duties, Rightful satisfaction, 1 Cor. 1:31 »Word: preaching / revelation »Deed: miracles / confirmation »Goal: obedience / salvation
View of his duties, Focus on new areas »Apollos in Achaia, Acts 18:27, 28 »Timothy in Ephesus, 1 Tim. 1:3 »Titus in Crete, Titus 1:5
Hindrances removed, Good hindrance: work Bad hindrance, 1 Thes. 2:18 Helped by saints
Trip to Jerusalem, Benevolence to Jewish saints From Gentiles, 1 Cor. 16:1, 2 Fruit
Help from Romans, Visit with blessing of Christ Begs for prayers »Based on Christ & Holy Spirit »Strive: agonize »Deliverance, Acts »Acceptance by Jews »Visit Rome, Acts 28
Paul wanted the Romans to live right Righteous living, Rom. 12, 13 Tolerant of differences, Rom. 14 »Matters of indifference, 1 Tim. 4 »Not sin, Rom. 16:17, 18
Chapter 15 has two parts Unity: Important Labors: Trust God