Romans 1
15 So, as much as in me is, I am ready to preach the gospel to you that are at Rome also.
I first read Romans in the 1990's.
Looking back, I learned some things from that experience. First, I was not quite ready to read it. Second, the sentences are long, convoluted and, in many cases, baffling. Third, Paul talks alot, alot about the Jews. I may not have learned much. Actually reading Romans was a bewildering experience. But, it certainly did not discourage me from further Bible study.
One other thing. For some reason, I found comfort in those long, convoluted and baffling sentences. Something about the rhythm of the words in sentences that seemed not to end.
More From Romans 1
11 For I long to see you, that I may impart unto you some spiritual gift, to the end ye may be established;
12 That is, that I may be comforted together with you by the mutual faith both of you and me.
15 So, as much as in me is, I am ready to preach the gospel to you that are at Rome also.
I first read Romans in the 1990's.
Looking back, I learned some things from that experience. First, I was not quite ready to read it. Second, the sentences are long, convoluted and, in many cases, baffling. Third, Paul talks alot, alot about the Jews. I may not have learned much. Actually reading Romans was a bewildering experience. But, it certainly did not discourage me from further Bible study.
One other thing. For some reason, I found comfort in those long, convoluted and baffling sentences. Something about the rhythm of the words in sentences that seemed not to end.
More From Romans 1
11 For I long to see you, that I may impart unto you some spiritual gift, to the end ye may be established;
12 That is, that I may be comforted together with you by the mutual faith both of you and me.
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