Scripture: Romans 1:8-15 (ESV)
First, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for all of you, because your faith is proclaimed in all the world. For God is my witness, whom I serve with my spirit in the gospel of his Son, that without ceasing I mention you always in my prayers, asking that somehow by God's will I may now at last succeed in coming to you. For I long to see you, that I may impart to you some spiritual gift to strengthen you— that is, that we may be mutually encouraged by each other's faith, both yours and mine. I do not want you to be unaware, brothers, that I have often intended to come to you (but have been prevented), in order that I may reap some harvest among you as well as among the rest of the Gentiles. I am under obligation both to Greeks and to barbarians, both to the wise and to the foolish. So I am eager to preach the gospel to you also who are in Rome.
Devotion:
In Romans 1:8-15, Paul shares his heart, revealing a deep gratitude for the faith of the Roman believers and an eagerness to serve them. This passage highlights a universal truth that resonates with each of us: the importance of community and the shared encouragement that comes from faith.
Our world often celebrates individual achievement and self-sufficiency. Paul's words remind us of the strength found in mutual encouragement and our connectedness to the worldwide church. Our faith journeys aren't meant to be walked alone but in the company of others. We often think that our faith is an isolated thing between us and God, but here we see that, that just isn’t the case.
Paul's longing to visit the Romans and his repeated attempts to do so, show us his commitment to the gospel and to the believers in Rome. His eagerness isn't just about
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