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Please Others And Not Yourself
In this chapter Paul is dealing with what may have been a temporary and local problem in the Roman Church. However the same type of problem continues to confront the church today and is always demanding a solution. We are not to be people pleasers, but we are to set aside self-pl …

The Good News is For Jews And Gentiles
Christians need to follow the example of the Lord Jesus Christ who was a perfect example of ministering on behalf of others and not for Himself (v. 3). He did not please Himself, even though He had every right to do so, but was willing to set aside His own desires to follow the F …

Paul’s Work as a Missionary
Before Paul plunges into an account of his own missionary philosophy, he tactfully congratulates his brethren in Rome on their accomplishments (v. 14). He also acknowledges how they are able to admonish one another. Few, if any, can speak with such authority about world missions …

Paul’s Plan to Visit Rome
Paul had not been hindered in going to Rome because of Satanic opposition or physical obstacles, but by the challenge of completing his work right where he was. He was the type of person who finished one job before he started another one. Paul had a desire for many years to go to …

Paul Requests Prayer For The Ministry
Too often we view prayer as a time for comfort, reflection, or making our requests known to God. But in verse 30 Paul urges believers to join in his struggles by means of prayer. Prayer is also a weapon in all believers’ armor as we intercede for others who join in the fight agai …