Paul’s mission is “to bring about the obedience of faith for the sake of his name among all the nations.”

On Mission with Thankfulness

Paul gives thanks for the Christians in Rome.

Paul’s thankfulness is based on their faith.

Invisible faith has been made visible through obedience.

Faith made visible through obedience has been widely seen and recognized—bringing God glory.

For God to get the thanks and glory, God must be responsible for the obedience of faith.

On Mission Together

Paul’s deep, prayerful desire is to go to the Christians in Rome.

Paul’s desire is for the purpose of strengthening the Christians there through spiritual encouragement.

Spiritual strengthening through mutual spiritual encouragement is for all believers.

On Mission with Good News

Spiritual health comes through the hearing, receiving, and application of the gospel.