Romans 15:18

"I have therefore my boasting in Christ Jesus in things pertaining to God."

Key Reflection

Paul's boast lies not in his own efforts or achievements but in Christ Jesus, acknowledging that his ministry and success among the Gentiles are attributed solely to divine grace. This highlights the transformative power of faith in Christ over human pride and self-reliance.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 18. For I will not dare to speak. I should be restrained; I should be afraid to speak, if the thing were not as I have stated. I should be afraid to set up a claim beyond that which is strictly in accordance with the truth. Which Christ hath not wrought by me. I confine myself strictly to what I have done. I do not arrogate to myself what Christ has done by others. I do not exaggerate my own success, or claim what others have accomplished. To make the Gentiles obedient. To bring them to obey God in the gospel. By word and deed. By preaching, and by all other means; by miracle, by example, etc.

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