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Romans 15

KJ3 Literal Translation — Chapter 15 of 16

1 But we, the powerful ones, ought to bear the weaknesses of the ones not powerful, and not to please ourselves.

2 For let each one of us please his neighbor for good, to building up.

3 For also Christ did not please Himself, but even as it has been written, “The reproaches of the ones reproaching You fell on Me.” LXX-Psa. 68:10; MT-Psa. 69:9

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Chapter Summary

1 The strong must bear with the weak. 2 We may not please ourselves, 3 for Christ did not so.

Key Greek Words

βαστάζω bear, carry G941
ἀρέσκω please G700
ἐλπίς hope G1680
ἔθνος nations, Gentiles G1484
εὐαγγέλιον gospel G2098
λειτουργός minister G3011

People & Context

Paul

The apostle writing; minister of Christ to the nations, planning to visit Rome and Spain after serving Jerusalem (vv.14-32).

Christ

He did not please Himself and received us to God's glory; became a minister to confirm the promises (vv.3,7-8).

Isaiah

The prophet quoted (v.12) foretelling the Root of Jesse rising to rule the nations.

Timeline

Paul's Ministry and Travel Plans

Paul details his ministry to the nations, preaching from Jerusalem to Illyricum. He plans to visit Rome on his way to Spain after delivering a contribution to the poor saints in Jerusalem .

Romans 15:1-33

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