Romans 15:9

"Now I say that Christ has been made a servant of the circumcision for the truth of God, that he might confirm the promises given to the fathers,"

Key Reflection

In Romans 15:9, Paul explains that Jesus Christ was appointed as a servant specifically to the Jewish people (the circumcision), for the sake of confirming and fulfilling God's promises made to their ancestors. This role of Christ highlights both his mission to the Jews and the broader purpose of his ministry in validating ancient covenantal commitments, ensuring they remain relevant and true for those who first received them.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 9. And that the Gentiles, etc. The benefits of the gospel were not to be confined to the Jews; and as God designed that those benefits should be extended to the Gentiles, so the Jewish converts ought to be willing to admit them, and treat them as brethren. That God did design this, the apostle proceeds to show. Might glorify God. Might praise, or give thanks to God. This implies that the favour shown to them was a great favour. For his mercy. Greek, On account of the mercy shown to them. As it is written. Ps 18:49. The expression there is one of David's.

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