Amen. It seems that this practice was later abused. This is possible, but Rufus was a common name – so it may have been someone else. Greet Herodion, my countryman. i. a. I commend to you Phoebe our sister: Paul certainly knew the value of what women could do in serving the church. There we have a husband and a wife conspiring in hypocrisy, and here a wife and a husband united in sincere devotion.”, b. i. c. Gaius: This brother had such a reputation for hospitality that Paul can say he was regarded as the host of the whole church. i. Spurgeon on Priscilla and Aquila: “When two loving hearts pull together they accomplish wonders. Apparently they were now back in the city of Rome. Please be aware that this might heavily reduce the functionality and appearance of our site. The obedience of faith is that obedience which is paid to the word of faith, and which comes by the grace of faith. That is not your name, perhaps, but your character is the same as that of this unregenerate Roman, whose family knew the Lord. “Mad dogs are shot; infectious diseases are quarantined; but evil teachers who would divide to their destruction and draw away the saints with teaching, By smooth words and flattering speech deceive, Do not serve our Lord Jesus Christ, but their own belly, The God of peace will crush Satan under your feet shortly. Greet Amplias, my beloved in the Lord. (2011). i. b. Not many mighty, not many noble are called, but some are. I, Tertius, who wrote this epistle, greet you in the Lord. When this Epistle was written they were at Rome, but later they seem to have returned to Ephesus (2 Timothy 4:19). Romans 16:17-18. [17] The phrase "in the Lord" could be connected with "wrote this epistle" and make the sense that Tertius wrote this epistle for the Lord's sake (not by inspiration, but being only scribe to the apostle). “So there are distinctions and degrees in honor among believers, and these are graduated by the scale of service done. e. Be wise in what is good: This is the best defense against dividers and deceivers. You can also change some of your preferences. c. To God, alone wise, be glory through Jesus Christ forever: In this conclusion Paul reflects on the wisdom of God’s plan in the gospel and the fact that such wisdom is beyond man. He was generous in paying compliments that were both sincere and wonderful. All Rights Reserved. Now I urge you, brethren, note those who cause divisions and offenses, contrary to the doctrine which you learned, and avoid them. It shows Paul’s way of casting about uplifting words to build up God’s people. Apparently Phoebe was on her way to Rome (probably entrusted with this precious letter) and Paul sends an advance recommendation of this sister in Christ so the Romans will receive her and support her during her stay in their city. Tradition also, has him to be one of the 70 disciples. [9] Priscilla was remarkably mentioned first, perhaps inferring that she was 'the more active and conspicuous of the two'[10] as also in Acts 18:18 and 2 Timothy 4:19; except in 1 Corinthians 16:19, where they send greetings, the husband naturally gets a precedence. The Scriptures of the prophets, what they left in writing, is not only made plain in itself, but by it this mystery is made known to all nations. If you do not want that we track your visit to our site you can disable tracking in your browser here: We also use different external services like Google Webfonts, Google Maps, and external Video providers. Of note among the apostles has the idea that Andronicus and Junia are apostles themselves (though not of the twelve), and notable among other apostles. By proceeding, you consent to our cookie usage. There can be no doubt that Christians are commanded to "mark and avoid" certain members of the church. “They were like the most of us, commonplace individuals; but they loved the Lord, and therefore as Paul recollected their names he sent them a message of love which has become embalmed in the Holy Scriptures. It is a great comfort to see the holiness and usefulness of our kindred. (25-27) Conclusion to the letter: praise to God. Commentary on Romans 16:17-20 (Read Romans 16:17-20) How earnest, how endearing are these exhortations! Churches which choose to ignore the command will pay a price for their neglect on down the line, even in this life. (3-5a) Greetings to Priscilla and Aquilla. If the grace of Christ be with us, who can prevail against us? I commend to you Phoebe our sister, who is a servant of the church in Cenchrea, that you may receive her in the Lord in a manner worthy of the saints, and assist her in whatever business she has need of you; for indeed she has been a helper of many and of myself also. Greet Apelles, approved in Christ. d. Servant is the same word translated deacon in other places. (21-24) Greetings from those in Corinth with Paul. The churches of Christ greet you. If, then, any, in joining the Christian church, desire place or position, honor or respect, the way to it is this – labor, and labor much.” (Spurgeon). What different associations cluster around the names of ‘Priscilla and Aquila’ from those which are awakened by the words ‘Ananias and Sapphira’! Once these have been noted (marked), they are to be avoided. Chosen in the Lord has the idea that Rufus had some eminence among the Christians of Rome. Goodrich, J. Typically they perceive themselves as noble crusaders for a great cause. It is of far more use to know the good than it is to know the evil, to learn about the genuine rather than the counterfeit. Something unusual happened at the end of this letter, and this is a very possible understanding of it.” (Morris), iii. Matthew Henry’s Bible Commentary (concise), Matthew Henry Bible Commentary (complete), California - Do Not Sell My Personal Information. e. She has been a helper of many and of myself also: Paul gives Phoebe one of the best compliments anyone can give. Our website uses cookies to store user preferences. By smooth words and flattering speech deceive: The warning is necessary because these dividers and deceivers do not announce themselves. It made Spurgeon think of the unconverted who live with believers in their house. (1-2) A recommendation of Phoebe. i. I commend to you Phoebe our sister, who is a servant of the church in Cenchrea, that you may receive her in the Lord in a manner worthy of the saints, and assist her in whatever business she has need of you; for indeed she has been a helper of many and of myself also.

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