Wrapping Up Romans
10/04/2020 - Dave Riddle
Key Passage: Romans 16:25-27
Now to him... be the glory forever! Amen.
Romans 16:25, 27
Glory = doxa (δόξα)
Him who is able to strengthen you...
Romans 16:25
dynamos (δύναμαι)= able. to be able, have power whether by virtue of one's own ability and resources, or of a state of mind, or through favourable circumstances, or by permission of law or custom
stērizō (στηρίζω) = strengthen. To set fast. To turn resolutely in a certain direction.
Good News
Romans 16:25
euangelion (εὐαγγέλιον) = a good message. Good news!
Divine Revelation
Romans 16:25-26
A secret or mystery revealed. Something that had been kept hidden.
Ours eyes have been opened to the truth of Jesus.
Divine Mandate
Romans 16:26
epitagē (ἐπιταγὴν) - an injunction , decree, command or mandate. By implication, authoritativeness.
...to the only wise God
Romans 16:27
We have no shortage of access to facts and opinions.
God is the only one who is wise.
sophos (σοφῷ) - Wise. To have skill or expertise. To best form plans and use the best means for their actual execution.
How do we walk more deeply in this truth?
Understand his word better
Live empowered by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Walk together in community and unity.