Romans 15:19

"For I will not dare to speak of any things except those which Christ worked through me for the obedience of the Gentiles, by word and deed,"

Key Reflection

In the first century, when Paul wrote to the Romans, his mission among the Gentiles was characterized by both preaching and practical demonstrations of faith. By saying he spoke only about what Christ had accomplished through him, Paul highlighted the power of the cross and the Spirit’s work in converting people from different cultural backgrounds. This reflects the apostle's commitment to sharing the Gospel not just with words but also through his own life and actions, making the message accessible and believable to those who had no prior exposure to Judaism or Christianity.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 19. Through mighty signs and wonders. By stupendous and striking miracles. See Barnes "Ac 2:43". Paul here refers, doubtless, to the miracles which he had himself wrought. See Ac 19:11,12, "And God wrought special miracles by the hands of Paul," etc. By the power of the Spirit of God. This may either be connected with signs and wonders, and then it will mean that those miracles were performed by the power of the Holy Spirit; or it may constitute a new subject, and refer to the gift of prophecy, the power of speaking other languages. Which is its true meaning cannot, perhaps, be ascertained.

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