1. We may request cookies to be set on your device. It doesn’t refer to his election in Jesus. h. Greet one another with a holy kiss: This might sound strange to us, but Luke 7:45 shows how common a greeting a kiss was. How earnest, how endearing are these exhortations! Primary Menu. Paul recommends Phebe to the Christians at Rome... View the entire commentary. You are free to opt out any time or opt in for other cookies to get a better experience. b. I, Tertius, who wrote this epistle: Tertius was Paul’s writer as the apostle dictated the letter. Solid Joys. which are of note among the apostles--Those who think the word "apostle" is used in a lax sense, in the Acts and Epistles, take this to mean "noted apostles" [CHRYSOSTOM, LUTHER, CALVIN, BENGEL, OLSHAUSEN, THOLUCK, ALFORD, JOWETT]; others, who are not clear that the word "apostle" is applied to any without the circle of the Twelve, save where the connection or some qualifying words show that the literal meaning of "one sent" is the thing intended, understand by the expression used here, "persons esteemed by the apostles" [BEZA, GROTIUS, DE WETTE, MEYER, FRITZSCHE, STUART, PHILIPPI, HODGE]. Something unusual happened at the end of this letter, and this is a very possible understanding of it.” (Morris), iii. Salute Priscilla--The true reading here is "Prisca" (as in 2 Timothy 4:19 ), a contracted form of Priscilla, as "Silas" of "Silvanus." In a city with a Christian community of any size, there would be several “congregations” meeting in different houses, since there were no “church” buildings at this time. To us it seems altogether likely that the conversion of Simon the Cyrenian dated from that memorable day when "passing [casually] by, as he came from the country" ( Mark 15:21 ), "they compelled him to bear the" Saviour's cross. of the city--doubtless of Corinth. Paulâs great letter to the Romans ends with a doxology â a moment of praise. This is possible, but Rufus was a common name – so it may have been someone else. One wonders at the number of them, considering that the writer had never been at Rome. The churches of Christ greet you. Romans 16:1-27 . and--salute. . Each house church probably had its own “pastor.”. But this will hardly be supposed if it be observed that they are divided into two pairs of five each, and that after the first of these pairs it is added, "and the brethren which are with them," while after the second pair we have the words, "and all the saints which are with them." (See Proverbs 14:15 ). The good news Paul preached presented the God who chose to glorify Himself through the person and work of Jesus Christ, and who will glorify Himself that way forever. Truth without unity leads to pride; unity without truth leads to a departure from the true gospel itself. If there ever were women recognized as apostles – in the sense of being special emissaries of God, not in the sense of being of the twelve – this is the strongest Scriptural evidence. In the Ministry of John Piper at Bethlehem TWENTY YEARS, THEN ROMANS (Romans 5:12-21) June 18, 2000 ADAM, CHRIST, AND JUSTIFICATION Part One (Romans 5:12-21) June 25, 2000 ADAM, CHRIST, AND JUSTIFICATION Timothy, my fellow worker, and Lucius, Jason, and Sosipater, my countrymen, greet you. (See Hosea 9:10 , Micah 7:1 ). Salute Asyncritus, &c.--These have been thought to be the names of ten less notable Christians than those already named. Drop at verse 28"There is no greater message to be heard than that which we call the gospel. Yet they must remain diligent against the attacks of the dividers and the deceivers. Fanny Burney. c. To God, alone wise, be glory through Jesus Christ forever: In this conclusion Paul reflects on the wisdom of God’s plan in the gospel and the fact that such wisdom is beyond man. Interactive Bible study with John Piper. Greet those who are of the household of Aristobulus. Proud member But this will always prompt you to accept/refuse cookies when revisiting our site. This is essential to God’s purpose for the church. unto whom not only I give thanks, but also all the churches of the Gentiles--whose special apostle this dear couple had rescued from imminent danger. We notice here that this kiss was to be a holy kiss. I am teaching on Romans 12:1-2 in a Sunday morning bible study at my church. The direction as to both is, first, to "mark" such, lest the evil should be done ere it was fully discovered; and next, to "avoid" them (compare 2 Thessalonians 3:6 2 Thessalonians 3:14 ), so as neither to bear any responsibility for their procedure, nor seem to give them the least countenance. Dr. Mohler's verse-by-verse expository teaching through the book of Romans. I am glad therefore on your behalf--"I rejoice therefore over you," seems the true reading. according to my gospel and the preaching of Jesus Christ, According to the revelation of the mystery, To God, alone wise, be glory through Jesus Christ forever, i. Due to security reasons we are not able to show or modify cookies from other domains. Commentary on Romans 16:17-20 (Read Romans 16:17-20) How earnest, how endearing are these exhortations! Others, like Persis, labored much for the Lord. We need 2 cookies to store this setting. a. PriscillaandAquila: This couple is mentioned in Acts 18:2, 18:18 and 18:26 as associates of Paul and helpers to Apollos. Let the apostle's counsel on this head ( Romans 16:19 ) be taken as a study, especially by young Christians, whose character has yet to be formed, and whose permanent sphere in life is but partially fixed; and let them prayerfully set themselves to the combined exercise of both those qualities. This the apostle calls here a mystery hitherto undisclosed, in what sense Romans 16:27 will show, but now fully unfolded; and his prayer for the Roman Christians, in the form of a doxology to Him who was able to do what he asked, is that they might be established in the truth of the Gospel, not only in its essential character, but specially in that feature of it which gave themselves, as Gentile believers, their whole standing among the people of God. c. Do not serve our Lord Jesus Christ, but their own belly: Dividers and deceivers never want to appear selfish. Amen." Kevin / February 16, 2014 In the video below, Pastor John Piper recites two of the most glorious passages in all of Scripture (Romans 5:1-8 and Romans 8) from memory. Amen. Look at the Book. (3-5a) Greetings to Priscilla and Aquilla. Very possibly they may have been among the first-fruits of Peter's labors, gained to Christ either on the day of Pentecost or on some of the succeeding days. Notice the women mentioned in this chapter: Phoebe, Priscilla, Mary, Tryphena, Tryphosa, the mother of Rufus, and Julia. and Aquila my helpers--The wife is here named before the husband (as in Acts 18:18 , and Romans 16:26 , according to the true reading; also in 2 Timothy 4:19 ), probably as being the more prominent and helpful to the Church. See our lengthy discussion under Romans 16:5 concerning "house churches." b. Andronicus and Junia: These were apparently Jews (my kinsmen) and were imprisoned for the sake of the gospel (my fellow prisoners). Greet Amplias, my beloved in the Lord. Paul wrote it during his stay in Corinth, probably about 57 *A.D.. 2. It is a series of sermons each about 35-45 minutes long through Paul's letter to the Romans starting with Chapter 1 verse 1 and proceeding to the end of the book. The husband was executed and the wife was banished. 17. We know that there were Christians among Caesar’s household (Philippians 4:22). Amplified: ⦠The name of their chief servant was Nereus – this may be the same Nereus mentioned here and he may be the one who brought the gospel to them. Apparently they were now back in the city of Rome. Through him it is natural to suppose that his wife would be brought in, and that this believing couple, now "heirs together of the grace of life" ( 1 Peter 3:7 ), as they told their two sons, Alexander and Rufus, what honor had unwittingly been put upon their father at that hour of deepest and dearest moment to all Christians, might be blessed to the inbringing of both of them to Christ. a. I commend to you Phoebe our sister: Paul certainly knew the value of what women could do in serving the church. What different associations cluster around the names of ‘Priscilla and Aquila’ from those which are awakened by the words ‘Ananias and Sapphira’! Romans 2:1-16 Principles of God's Judgment - 4 Study Guides (click dropdown) Paul is explaining how the church must be together in Christ. a. Timothy rightly rates a first mention, being one of Paul’s closest and most trusted associates. ii. 14, 15. 6. 23. i. The apostle mentions him here rather than in the opening address to this church, as he had not been at Rome [BENGEL]. 3-5. I commend unto you Phoebe our sister, which is a servant--or "deaconess" of the church which is at Cenchrea--The word is "Cenchreæ," the eastern part of Corinth ( Acts 18:18).That in the earliest churches there were deaconesses, to attend to the wants of the ⦠concerning--"unto" evil--"Your reputation among the churches for subjection to the teaching ye have received is to me sufficient ground of confidence in you; but ye need the serpent's wisdom to discriminate between transparent truth and plausible error, with that guileless simplicity which instinctively cleaves to the one and rejects the other.". Daily devotional with John Piper. But at least it would seem to indicate that they were each a center of some few Christians who met at his house--it may be for further instruction, for prayer, for missionary purposes, or for some other Christian objects. It has been rightly said that Romans 8 actually âprovides the answers to the questions raised in Romans 7:13-25â.17A chart from the HCSB New Testament Commentary frames the context of this section of Scripture by illustrating the âconsistency of tension in describing sanctification all the way through chapters 6 through 8 of Romansâ18. 2. But if, as is more probable, the word be, as in our version, "Junia," the person meant was no doubt either the wife or the sister of Andronicus. . COMMENTARY ON ROMANS 8:28-39. but yet I would have you wise unto that which is good, and simple--"harmless," as in Matthew 10:16 , from which the warning is taken. Greet Andronicus and Junia, my countrymen and my fellow prisoners, who are of note among the apostles, who also were in Christ before me. Salute the beloved Persis--another woman. Five believers are mentioned in verse 15 as well as "all the saints who are with them." Click to enable/disable essential site cookies. Timotheus, my work-fellow--"my fellow labourer"; see Acts 16:1-5 . 9, 10. Now I beseech you, brethren, mark them which cause divisions and offences contrary to the doctrine which ye have learned--"which ye learned." The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. I, Tertius, who wrote this--"the" epistle--as the apostle's amanuensis, or penman. So early at least as the reign of Trajan, we learn from PLINY'S celebrated letter to that emperor--A.D. 110, or 111--that they existed in the Eastern churches. Paul may be writing many of the servants who worked for Caesar who became Christians. Copyright © 2021, Bible Study Tools. Salute Herodion, my Greet them that be of the household of Narcissus, which are in the Lord--which implies that others in his house, including probably himself, were not Christians. Greet the beloved Persis, who labored much in the Lord. my kinsmen--or, "relatives." The church that is in their house: This phrase gives us a clue to the organization of the early church. It is better to be God’s dog than to be the devil’s darling.” (Spurgeon). John Piper Jan 2, 2005 20 Shares Sermon. If there is anything that the Book of Romans explains from beginning to end, it is the, ii. This appears to be the most obvious sense of the word called in this place - to be called by the Gospel is to be invited to believe in Christ Jesus, and become his disciples. The churches of Christ salute you." Andronicus and Junia--or, as it might be, "Junias," a contracted form of "Junianus"; in this case, it is a man's name. i. If there is anything that the Book of Romans explains from beginning to end, it is the greatness and glory of this plan of God that Paul preached as a gospel – as good news. e. She has been a helper of many and of myself also: Paul gives Phoebe one of the best compliments anyone can give. He received the promise through the righteousness of faith. Look at the Book. 4. Interactive Bible study with John Piper. Do not let the eye rest exclusively upon the front rank, but let us love all whom Christ loves; let us value all Christ’s servants. So will their Christian character acquire solidity and elevation, and their influence for good be proportionably extended. As is normal for me, I draw on a number of different resources in preparing for my teaching. 26. And we may rest well assured that the prosperity or decline of churches, and of individual Christians, will have not a little to do with their faithfulness or indifference to this imperative duty. 7. But is now made manifest--The reference here is to that peculiar feature of the Gospel economy which Paul himself was specially employed to carry into practical effect and to unfold by his teaching--the introduction of the Gentile believers to an equality with their Jewish brethren, and the new, and, to the Jews, quite unexpected form which this gave to the whole Kingdom of God (compare Ephesians 3:1-10 , &c.). Romans 1:1-7. The fault, and sorrow, and weakness of the Church is a false diffidence, an anxious fear whether a ⦠Salute Rufus, chosen--"the chosen" in the Lord--meaning, not "who is one of the elect," as every believer is, but "the choice" or "precious one" in the Lord. The good news Paul preached presented the God who chose to glorify Himself through the person and work of Jesus Christ, and who will glorify Himself that way, © Copyright - Enduring Word | . Receive her in the Lord--that is, as a genuine disciple of the Lord Jesus. That I may come unto you with--"in" joy by the will of God--( Acts 18:21, 1 Corinthians 4:19, 16:7, Hebrews 6:3, 4:15) e. Be wise in what is good: This is the best defense against dividers and deceivers. Its adoption into the Christian churches, as the symbol of a higher fellowship than it had ever expressed before, was probably as immediate as it was natural. They are already dealing with these situations well, and Paul is glad about it. He was generous in paying compliments that were both sincere and wonderful. His Christian hospitality appears to have been something uncommon. Apparently Phoebe was on her way to Rome (probably entrusted with this precious letter) and Paul sends an advance recommendation of this sister in Christ so the Romans will receive her and support her during her stay in their city. 19. That in the earliest churches there were deaconesses, to attend to the wants of the female members, there is no good reason to doubt. Erastus, the treasurer of the city, greets you, and Quartus, a brother. To meet the views of the Jews, the apostle first refers to the example of Abraham, in whom the Jews gloried as their most renowned forefather... View the entire commentary. Now to Him who is able: With all the dangers facing the Romans – and every church – Paul fittingly concludes by commending them to Him who is able to establish you. And the God of peace shall bruise Satan under your feet shortly--The apostle encourages the Romans to persevere in resisting the wiles of the devil with the assurance that, as good soldiers of Jesus Christ, they are "shortly" to receive their discharge, and have the satisfaction of "putting their feet upon the neck" of that formidable enemy--symbol familiar, probably, in all languages to express not only the completeness of the defeat, but the abject humiliation of the conquered foe. 8. Phoebe seems to be a female deacon in the church, either by formal recognition or through her general service. Please be aware that this might heavily reduce the functionality and appearance of our site. Greet Priscilla and Aquila, my fellow workers in Christ Jesus, who risked their own necks for my life, to whom not only I give thanks, but also all the churches of the Gentiles. 13. Once these have been noted (marked), they are to be avoided. Erastus the chamberlain--"treasurer." and avoid them--The fomentors of "divisions" here referred to are probably those who were unfriendly to the truths taught in this epistle, while those who caused "offenses" were probably those referred to in Romans 14:15 as haughtily disregarding the prejudices of the weak. These cookies collect information that is used either in aggregate form to help us understand how our website is being used or how effective our marketing campaigns are, or to help us customize our website and application for you in order to enhance your experience. Then, what "necessity is laid upon" all the churches and every Christian, to send the Gospel "to every creature!" Romans 16:7-8. g. Asyncritus… Phlegon… Patrobas… Hermes: Of the rest of these names, Paul finds something wonderful to say about almost every one of them – noting their labor, his special regard for them (beloved), their standing in the Lord (approved in Christ… in the Lord… chosen in the Lord). and Lucius--not Luke, for the fuller form of "Lucas" is not "Lucius" but "Lucanus." It would appear that he was one of only two persons whom Paul baptized with his own hand (compare 3 John 1:1 ). He had probably accompanied or followed the apostle from Thessalonica to Corinth. But as Rome was then the center of the civilized world, to and from which journeys were continually taken to the remotest parts, there is no great difficulty in supposing that so active a travelling missionary as Paul would, in course of time, make the acquaintance of a considerable number of the Christians then residing at Rome. b. We use cookies to let us know when you visit our websites, how you interact with us, to enrich your user experience, and to customize your relationship with our website. At the time when this epistle was written, Paul had been in prison often, 2 Corinthians 11:23. 1. Urbane--rather, "Urbanus." 22. This is a tremendous example. Amplias--a contracted form of "Ampliatus." None of the names mentioned from Romans 16:5-15 are otherwise known. a. Epaenetus: This man is of note because he was apparently among the very first converts of Achaia (where Corinth was and where Paul wrote the letter to the Romans). Commentaries for Romans Chapter 4 The doctrine of justification by faith is shown by the case of Abraham. For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, The just shall live by faith. These cookies are strictly necessary to provide you with services available through our website and to use some of its features. Click to enable/disable _gid - Google Analytics Cookie. our helper--"fellow labourer" in Christ. 1. Greet Rufus, chosen in the Lord, and his mother and mine. Epaenetus was also apparently dear to Paul; beloved isn’t a term Paul used cheaply. Check to enable permanent hiding of message bar and refuse all cookies if you do not opt in. Romans 1:16-17 For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek.For in it the righteousness of God is revealed from faith for faith, as it is written, âThe righteous shall live by faith.â The following commentary is from John Gill's Exposition of the Bible. For your obedience--that is, tractableness is come abroad unto all. But no more seems meant than to assure the Romans in what affectionate esteem they were held by the churches generally; all that knew he was writing to Rome having expressly asked their own salutations to be sent to them. Note those who cause divisions and offenses, offenses… contrary to the doctrine you have learned, iii. Greet those who are of the household of Aristobulus, approved in Christ… in the Lord… chosen in the Lord. “So there are distinctions and degrees in honor among believers, and these are graduated by the scale of service done. They use smooth words and flattering speech and always target the simple – usually those who are young in the faith. of 1. 16. At its outset, this is an ascription of glory to the power that could do all this; at its close it ascribes glory to the wisdom that planned and that presides over the gathering of a redeemed people out of all nations. and by the scriptures of the prophets, according to the commandment of the everlasting God, made known to all nations for--in order to the obedience of faith--Lest they should think, from what he had just said, that God had brought in upon his people so vast a change on their condition without giving them any previous notice, the apostle here adds that, on the contrary, "the Scriptures of the prophets" contain all that he and other preachers of the Gospel had to declare on these topics, and indeed that the same "everlasting God," who "from eternal ages" had kept these things hid, had given "commandment" that they should now, according to the tenor of those prophetic Scriptures, be imparted to every nation for their believing acceptance. 11. The churches of Christ salute you--The true reading is, "All the churches"; the word "all" gradually falling out, as seeming probably to express more than the apostle would venture to affirm. i. Cautions the church against such as made divisions. and by good words and fair speeches deceive the simple--the unwary, the unsuspecting. my beloved in the Lord--an expression of dear Christian affection. Five of John Piperâs sermons in particular have been tremendously helpful to me, stimulating not only my mind but also my heart. Fanny Burney. (17-20) A word of warning regarding dividers and deceivers. We will list four ⦠This commentary was prepared for Kairos Publications in Buenos Aires. Romans 2:1-11:The Moral And Religious Myth; Romans 2:11-16: The Long Arm Of The Law; JOHN MACARTHUR. Chosen in the Lord has the idea that Rufus had some eminence among the Christians of Rome. b. I commend to you: Such recommendations were important because there was both great legitimate need for this kind of assistance and there were many deceivers who wanted to take advantage of the generosity of Christians. We fully respect if you want to refuse cookies but to avoid asking you again and again kindly allow us to store a cookie for that. “Mad dogs are shot; infectious diseases are quarantined; but evil teachers who would divide to their destruction and draw away the saints with teaching contrary to the doctrine of Christ and His Apostles are everywhere tolerated!” (Newell). his mother and mine--The apostle calls her "his own mother," not so much as our Lord calls every elderly woman believer His mother ( Matthew 12:49 Matthew 12:50 ), but in grateful acknowledgment of her motherly attentions to himself, bestowed no doubt for his Master's sake, and the love she bore to his honored servants. What comes after this, where one would have expected the epistle to close, has its parallel in Philippians 4:20 , &c., and being in fact common in epistolary writings, is simply a mark of genuineness. Salute my well beloved Epænetus, who is the first-fruits--that is, the first convert of Achaia unto Christ--The true reading here, as appears by the manuscripts, is, "the first-fruits of Asia unto Christ"--that is, Proconsular Asia (see Acts 16:6 ). (2) "The wisdom of the serpent and the harmlessness of the dove"--in enjoining which our apostle here only echoes the teaching of his Lord ( Matthew 10:16 )--is a combination of properties the rarity of which among Christians is only equalled by its vast importance. Jesus rebukes a Pharisee because he did not give Jesus a kiss when He came into his house. (See Acts 19:22 , 2 Timothy 4:20 ). Amen--The "Amen" here has no manuscript authority. If truth be forsaken, unity and peace will not last long. (4) As Christians are held up and carried through solely by divine power, working through the glorious Gospel, so to that power, and to the wisdom that brought that Gospel nigh to them, they should ascribe all the glory of their stability now, as they certainly will of their victory at last ( Romans 16:25-27 ). 28 And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose. 27. Though the apostle here styles Him who is thus to bruise Satan, the God of peace," with special reference to the "divisions" ( Romans 16:17 ) by which the church at Rome was in danger of being disturbed, this sublime appellation of God has here a wider sense, pointing to the whole "purpose for which the Son of God was manifested, to destroy the works of the devil" ( 1 John 3:8 ); and indeed this assurance is but a reproduction of the first great promise, that the Seed of the woman should bruise the Serpent's head ( Genesis 3:15 ). which laboured much in the Lord--referring probably, not to official services, such as would fall to the deaconesses, but to such higher Christian labors--yet within the sphere competent to woman--as Priscilla bestowed on Apollos and others ( Acts 18:18 ). Otherwise you will be prompted again when opening a new browser window or new a tab. You can check these in your browser security settings. (a.d. Notice the women mentioned in this chapter: c. Notice their work for the Lord: some, like. salute you in the Lord--So usually did the apostle dictate his epistles, that he calls the attention of the Galatians to the fact that to them he wrote with his own hand ( Galatians 6:11 ). In every age of the Church there have been real Christians whose excessive study of the serpent's wisdom has so sadly trenched upon their guileless simplicity, as at times to excite the distressing apprehension that they were no better than wolves in sheep's clothing. Description of the Gospel; The Apostle's Doxology. Click to enable/disable _ga - Google Analytics Cookie. It seems that this practice was later abused. These are women who worked for the Lord. In that case they may have attracted the special esteem of those apostles who for some time resided chiefly at Jerusalem and its neighborhood; and our apostle, though he came late in contact with the other apostles, if he was aware of this fact, would have pleasure in alluding to it. We must not wait until everyone is scattered or deceived until we are concerned with dividers and deceivers. It’s entirely fitting that Paul concludes this letter praising the God of such a gospel. From this we naturally conclude that when Mark wrote his Gospel, Alexander and Rufus must have been well known as Christians among those by whom he expected his Gospel to be first read; and, in all likelihood, this was that very "Rufus"; in which case our interest is deepened by what immediately follows about his mother. Though God announced much of the plan previously through prophecy, its final outworking wasn’t evident until revealed by God through Jesus. i. Deceive the hearts of the simple: This shows that dividers and deceivers don’t affect everyone. “Where are you, Aristobulus? Nor can any approach him in these peculiarities without exercising corresponding influence on all with whom they come in contact ( Romans 16:1-16 ). Questions and answers with John Piper. i. I, Tertius, who wrote this epistle, greet you in the Lord. It was composed specifically for the Latin American church. Greet Philologus and Julia, Nereus and his sister, and Olympas, and all the saints who are with them. ii. The custom prevailed among the Jews, and doubtless came from the East, where it still obtains. Romans 2 Commentary; DAVID LEGGE. Click on the different category headings to find out more. i. Greet one another with a holy kiss. according to the revelation of the which was kept secret since the world began--literally, "which hath been kept in silence during eternal ages.". But further. “Mad dogs are shot; infectious diseases are quarantined; but evil teachers who would divide to their destruction and draw away the saints with teaching, By smooth words and flattering speech deceive, Do not serve our Lord Jesus Christ, but their own belly, The God of peace will crush Satan under your feet shortly. 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