Romans 15:21

"yes, making it my aim to preach the Good News, not where Christ was already named, that I might not build on another’s foundation."

Key Reflection

Paul expresses his desire to avoid repeating what others have already preached by choosing to share the Good News in regions where Jesus is not yet widely known. This approach allows him to lay a fresh, unadulterated foundation for the gospel, ensuring that the message reaches those who have not yet heard it.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 21. But as it is written. Isa 52:15. This is not literally quoted but the sense is retained. The design of quoting it is to justify the principle on which the apostle acted. It was revealed that the gospel should be preached to the Gentiles; and he regarded it as a high honour to be the instrument of carrying this prediction into effect. {d} "To whom he was not spoken of" Isa 52:15 __________________________________________________________________

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