IVP). GNT  Romans 16:7 ἀσπάσασθε Ἀνδρόνικον καὶ Ἰουνιᾶν τοὺς συγγενεῖς μου καὶ συναιχμαλώτους μου, οἵτινές εἰσιν ἐπίσημοι ἐν τοῖς ἀποστόλοις, οἳ καὶ πρὸ ἐμοῦ γέγοναν ἐν Χριστῷ. Salute Epaenetus my beloved, who is the first-fruits of Asia unto Christ. A servant of God will not, keep the company of the godless. It is understandable, therefore, that such smaller groups might experience difficulty in relating to one another on certain issues. (3) It is by forwardness in religion that you become entitled to the constant aids of God's grace.(J. KJV  Romans 16:7 Salute Andronicus and Junia, my kinsmen, and my fellowprisoners, who are of note among the apostles, who also were in Christ before me. Because they were outstanding among the apostles, we can be sure that, like Paul, they were prisoners because of their faith." How many forms of useful service there are in which a young woman may engage I She may teach in the Sunday school; visit the aged and the sick, and minister unto them in spiritual things, and perhaps also to their bodily comfort and relief; she may invite the careless to the house of God. NET  Romans 16:11 Greet Herodion, my compatriot. )LinksRomans 16:5 NIVRomans 16:5 NLTRomans 16:5 ESVRomans 16:5 NASBRomans 16:5 KJVRomans 16:5 Bible AppsRomans 16:5 ParallelRomans 16:5 Biblia ParalelaRomans 16:5 Chinese BibleRomans 16:5 French BibleRomans 16:5 German BibleRomans 16:5 CommentariesBible Hub, IV.HONOUR.V.PROMISE OF SUCCESS.(J. A maintenance of the profession and practice of it, though it should involve the charge of singularity. ESV  Romans 16:5 Greet also the church in their house. There are many who are forward in little matters; zealous for or against opinions, forms, etc., but this is only forwardness in a party design. NJB  Romans 16:12 Greetings to Tryphaena and Tryphosa who work hard in the Lord; greetings to my dear friend Persis, also a very hard worker in the Lord. (Keener, Craig: The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament. Greet - 59x in 47v - Mt 5:47; 10:12; Mark 9:15; 15:18; Luke 1:40; 10:4; Acts 18:22; 20:1; 21:7, 19; 25:13; Rom 16:3, 5ff, 21ff; 1 Cor 16:19, 20; 2 Cor 13:12; Phil 4:21f; Col 4:10, 12, 14f; 1 Thess 5:26; 2 Tim 4:19, 21; Titus 3:15; Philemon 1:23; Heb 11:13; 13:24; 1 Pet 5:13f; 2 John 1:13; 3 John 1:15. (1) This is the command of Christ. Yet this grand statement of doctrine concludes with a personal greeting from the apostle to a host of people, 27 of whom are mentioned by name. Greet my dear friend Epenetus. Kopiao means to to exhibit great effort and exertion, to the point of sweat and exhaustion. https://bible.org/seriespage/lesson-106-snapshot-church-romans-161-16-21-23 He is honoured by the increase of His subjects. )Firstfruits unto ChristJ. She devoted her means and her time to assisting the poor and the helpless. Sunergos gives us our English word "synergy" which is defined as the interaction or working together of two (or more) agents or forces which produce a combined effect greater than the sum of their individual effects. Reprinted by permission. A zeal for great and essential things. He has never forgotten her and never will. 1. ASV  Romans 16:8 Salute Ampliatus my beloved in the Lord. As it is honourable to Christ, To Him belong the firstfruits of your lives. This forward Christian doubtless assisted Paul greatly.6. ἀσπάσασθε τοὺς ἐκ τῶν Ἀριστοβούλου. Stuart.Epaenetus was the first convert in Achaia, the richest of all the Greek provinces. A zeal for great and essential things. Romans 16:5 also greet the church that is in their house. Greet the beloved Persis, who has worked hard in the Lord. An open profession of it, and a diligent attendance on the means of it.3. Read verse in New Living Translation Greet Persis the beloved, who has worked hard in the Lord (NASB: Lockman). Greek: kai ten kat' oikon auton ekklesian. Thus Paul gives Mary a very high compliment when he says she worked very hard for you. As it is honourable to Christ, To Him belong the firstfruits of your lives. Kopiao speaks of intense toil even to the point of utter exhaustion if necessary. But then let your attendance be grave and devout, and on what you hear let your remarks be made at the proper time and place. Because Paul was often in prison (2Co11:23), their shared imprisonment could have been in any number of places. The slothful, negligent Christian emboldens sinners in their transgressions, and confirms them in their stupidity.3. NAB  Romans 16:12 Greet those workers in the Lord, Tryphaena and Tryphosa. NLT  Romans 16:8 Greet Ampliatus, my dear friend in the Lord. Stuart. I said to him, "Mr. Much more than words alone, Sunergos-13x in 13v - Ro16:3, 9, 21 1Co 3:9 2Co 1:24, 8:23 Php 2:25, 4:3 Col 4:11 1Th 3:2 Philemon1:1, 24 3Jn 1:8. A zeal for great and essential things. This is often only for want of thought. "Thrice blest whose lives are faithful prayers,Whose loves in higher love endure.What souls possess themselves so pure?Or is there blessedness like theirs?" )A first convert rememberedD. 21-Day Plan for Busy Women: A Rich and Satisfying Life. ESV  Romans 16:7 Greet Andronicus and Junia, my kinsmen and my fellow prisoners. I am thankful to them, and so are all the Gentile churches. By your forwardness you will contribute to this increase.4. As an imitation of Christ. Be trustworthy. CSB  Romans 16:11 Greet Herodion, my fellow countryman. For you are our glory and joy" (1Th 2:19, 20-ntoe). (This, by the way, is the proper place for the church to meet.) On account of its usefulness. Loving Your Neighbor as Yourself. MacArthur comments: Because Junias may be a woman’s name, these two might have been husband and wife....Besides being Paul’s kinsmen, these two believers were at some time, perhaps even then, his fellow prisoners. GREET URBANUS OUR FELLOW WORKER IN CHRIST: aspasasthe (2PAAM) Ourbanon ton sunergon hemon en Christo: Fellow worker (4904) (sunergos [word study] from sun/syn = together with, speaks of an intimate relationship + érgon = work) means literally working together with and thus refers to a companion in work, a colleague, a co-laborer, a fellow laborer or fellow helper. The Christian pair, animated by one soul, will readily participate in each other's labours and sorrows, and will cheerfully communicate to each other their own pleasures and joys. PHOEBE WAS A SERVANT OF THE CHURCH. In their homes they talked to them about Christ, and there it was that they won their neighbors to the Lord -- and, so, there began to be churches meeting in the homes." Epaenetus enjoyed not your early advantages, but it seems probable that he accepted the first invitation to Christ. By your forwardness you will contribute to this increase.4. Beloved is a term of endearment and is someone that you love, and someone you are deeply devoted to. He was in early life about His Father's business.5. Chalmers in his fascinating book on New Guinea gives us the name of the first female convert in New Guinea. We went over, and sat down with the ambassador, and talked about the problems of Mexico and the United States. As an evidence of sincerity.2. Blessed To Worship In Simplicity - What we know about this couple is that they were faithful witnesses of the Gospel. Epaenetus enjoyed not your early advantages, but it seems probable that he accepted the first invitation to Christ. HOW A FORWARDNESS IN RELIGION MAY DISCOVER ITSELF. They are simply identified as those who are of the household of Aristobulus, who himself is not identified. All the preparations that are made for it and the expectation of weeks and months -- everybody is holding their breath waiting for the baby to come. The term itself means simply “sent ones,” and in that sense refers to any believer whom the Lord sends forth in ministry. That was the secret of her useful and honoured life. There are many who are forward in little matters; zealous for or against opinions, forms, etc., but this is only forwardness in a party design. We have no promise of success on any other condition. )LinksRomans 16:5 NIVRomans 16:5 NLTRomans 16:5 ESVRomans 16:5 NASBRomans 16:5 KJVRomans 16:5 Bible AppsRomans 16:5 ParallelRomans 16:5 Biblia ParalelaRomans 16:5 Chinese BibleRomans 16:5 French BibleRomans 16:5 German BibleRomans 16:5 CommentariesBible Hub, III.RESPONSIBILITY.IV.HONOUR.V.PROMISE OF SUCCESS.(J. NLT  Romans 16:9 Greet Urbanus, our co-worker in Christ, and my dear friend Stachys. To engage in hard work with the implication of difficulty and trouble. If your employer's children are committed to your care, how scrupulous you should be regarding them! Lathrop, D.D. All rights reserved, Romans 7-11 Devotionals & Sermon Illustrations, Romans 12-16 Devotionals & Sermon Illustrations, Romans Devotionals & Sermons Illustrations-Our Daily Bread, Romans 1-6 Devotionals & Sermon Illustrations, Ro 8:1 Isa 45:25 John 6:56, 14:20, 15:2 1Co 1:30, 2Co 5:17,21 // Gal 1:22, 5:6, 6:15 Eph 2:10 1Jn 4:13, 5:20. The sanctifying and comforting influences of the Spirit are called the firstfruits of the Spirit, as earnests of heavenly happiness. Greet those who belong to the household of Narcissus who are in the Lord. Wherever this couple went, they soon had a church meeting in their house. The God of Peace Will Soon Crush Satan Under Your Feet. )Firstfruits unto ChristJ. Lyth, D.D. NET  Romans 16:5 Also greet the church in their house. He gave to Christ the firstfruits, if not of life itself, yet of that part of life in which he was favoured with the heavenly call. Scripture: Romans 16:5–16 Topic: Life Together; Greet my beloved Epaenetus, who was the first convert to Christ in Asia. )LinksRomans 16:5 NIVRomans 16:5 NLTRomans 16:5 ESVRomans 16:5 NASBRomans 16:5 KJVRomans 16:5 Bible AppsRomans 16:5 ParallelRomans 16:5 Biblia ParalelaRomans 16:5 Chinese BibleRomans 16:5 French BibleRomans 16:5 German BibleRomans 16:5 CommentariesBible Hub, II.A READY RECEPTION OF CHRIST.III.RESPONSIBILITY.IV.HONOUR.V.PROMISE OF SUCCESS.(J. R      Ruin  (Romans 1:17 – 3:20) – The utter sinfulness of humanity (MacArthur, J: Romans 9-16. 2). James tells us that God hath begotten us "that we should be a kind of firstfruits of His creatures" (Revelation 14:4). The sanctifying and comforting influences of the Spirit are called the firstfruits of the Spirit, as earnests of heavenly happiness. 1. How many of his household were Christians, and whether they were family members, servants, or both we are not told. Lathrop, D.D.The firstfruits under the law were an offering made to God of the first ripe fruits before the harvest was begun. (1) This is the command of Christ. By a like allusion the apostle calls the first converts in a particular place the firstfruits of that place unto Christ. For a considerable part of the time that he preached in Corinth, he abode in their house. It is regarding things according to their nature and importance.6. Romans 15 Romans 16 1 Corinthians 1 Return to the Main Player Favoriting is a great way to keep a list of sermons, programs, and ministry resources in your account. 6 Greet Mary, who labored much for us. This shows a good example to their children, and invites others to accompany them. Did not he take note of that person? He gave to Christ the firstfruits, if not of life itself, yet of that part of life in which he was favoured with the heavenly call. YLT  Romans 16:8 Salute Amplias, my beloved in the Lord; GREET AMPLIATUS, MY BELOVED IN THE LORD : aspasasthe (2PAAM) Ampliaton ton agapeton mou en kurio: (Ro 16:5, 8, 9, 12) (Phil 4:1 1Jn 3:14). They love to plan. We have no promise of success on any other condition. Epaenetus professed the religion of the gospel when all around him were in a different sentiment and practice. THIS FORWARDNESS IS COMMENDABLE.1. NET  Romans 16:8 Greet Ampliatus, my dear friend in the Lord. ESV  Romans 16:12 Greet those workers in the Lord, Tryphaena and Tryphosa. GREET EPAENETUS ("praised") MY BELOVED WHO IS THE FIRST CONVERT (literally "first fruit") TO CHRIST FROM ASIA: aspasasthe (2PAAM) Epaineton ton agapeton mou, os estin (3SPAI) aparchs tes Asias eis Christon: We do not know the names of any of Paul’s blood relatives--he didn’t talk about them--but we know the names of many of his spiritual relatives and here is one of his first spiritual offspring which undoubtedly helps explain why he was especially beloved. (Ibid). 3. The apostle Paul's keen mind was filled with doctrine, but his heart was full of people. 6 Greet Mary, who has worked hard for you. Aspirations after greater eminence in religion.II. Romans 16:4 In fact, they once risked their lives for me. That is to say, she was a helper of God's people. NRS  Romans 16:9 Greet Urbanus, our co-worker in Christ, and my beloved Stachys. The expression "placed their neck under" the sword or axe, is figurative, but implies the act of exposing one's life, and occurred either at Corinth (Acts 18:12-17) or at Ephesus (1 Corinthians 15:32; 2 Corinthians 1:8; 12:23). NIV  Romans 16:9 Greet Urbanus, our fellow worker in Christ, and my dear friend Stachys. (MacArthur, John: 1Timothy Moody Press or Logos), Ray Stedman comments that then Paul "greets the beloved Persis, who is another lady who has worked hard in the Lord. Approved (1384) (dokimos = tested and thus reliable or acceptable - see study of related word dokimazo) was used to describe precious metals such as gold or silver that were refined by fire and proven genuine, having passed the test for purity. Stuart. NIV more accurate to Greek = very hard, where very (4183) (polus) means literally much. 1994. MacArthur comments that...The phrase outstanding among the apostles could have one of several meanings. In —1. Romans 16:10 Greet Apelles, the approved in Christ. This little phrase reveals a couple of blessings that were enjoyed by this great Christian family.) Unlimited Service. aspasasthe (AAM) Persida ten agapeten, etis polla ekopiasen (3SAAI) en kurio. 4. Early religion. (3) It is by forwardness in religion that you become entitled to the constant aids of God's grace.(J. They are well known to the apostles, and they were in Christ before me. Likewise greet the church that is in their house. Salute my well-beloved Epaenetus, who is the firstfruits of Achaia unto Christ. GREET ANDRONICUS (man of victory) and JUNIAS (masculine or feminine) MY KINSMEN and MY FELLOW PRISONERS (literally fellow-captives in war): aspasasthe (2PAAM) Andronikon kai Iounian tous suggeneis mou kai sunaichmalotous mou: Although "kinsman" normally refers to blood relatives, it can be extended to include fellow countrymen and in the context of this epistle probably refers to fellow Jews who are in Christ (cf "kinsman" in Ro 9:3 [note]). Aspirations after greater eminence in religion.II. Her works, though hidden from man (although not completely because Paul was clearly aware of her toilsome efforts), are with God; and her name is recorded with honor in this book of life. NIV  Romans 16:6 Greet Mary, who worked very hard for you. As Paul says of Euodia and Syntyche, in [Philippians 4:2; 4:3-note] "comrade, I ask you also to help these women who have SHARED MY STRUGGLE (sunathleo [see study of root word athleo] describes an athletic contest in which the athletes cooperate as a team working in perfect coordination against a common opposition) in the cause of the gospel, together with Clement also, and the rest of my fellow workers, whose names are in the book of life. That is to say, she was a helper of God's people. (1) This is the command of Christ. To physically become worn out, weary or faint. He has never forgotten her and never will. Greet my beloved Epaenetus, who was the first convert to Christ in Asia. Unless Christianity is lived in the heart and the home, it is of no use at all." NRS  Romans 16:6 Greet Mary, who has worked very hard among you. You can measure your love for God by your love for others. Let not chivalrous defence be wanting at whatever cost. Paul's emphasis should likewise be our emphasis -- anything we are, anything we do in ministry is all from Him and to Him and through Him. (2) This is the direction of the apostle. The Christian is zealous to maintain good works, and abounds in the proper fruits of the Spirit.5. If, therefore, Paul’s two kinsmen were converted before he was, it is likely that they lived in Jerusalem and performed their outstanding service among the apostles in that city. It is the highest thing that could be said of any one. An open profession of it, and a diligent attendance on the means of it.3. A zeal for great and essential things. He is honoured by the increase of His subjects. Paul's use of the past tense clearly points to a past "job well done" and it is fascinating that without email, telephones, etc, he was able to deduce that Mary had exerted effort to the point of exhaustion for the believers in Rome! NIV  Romans 16:12 Greet Tryphena and Tryphosa, those women who work hard in the Lord. They are well known to the apostles, and they were in Christ before me. NLT  Romans 16:10 Greet Apelles, a good man whom Christ approves. ἀσπάσασθε Ἐπαίνετον τὸν ἀγαπητόν μου, ὅς ἐστιν ἀπαρχὴ τῆς Ἀσίας εἰς Χριστόν. It is regarding things according to their nature and importance.6. As it is honourable to Christ, To Him belong the firstfruits of your lives. Greet the beloved Persis, who has worked hard in the Lord. ἀσπάσασθε τοὺς ἐκ τῶν Ναρκίσσου τοὺς ὄντας ἐν κυρίῳ. "Seek first the kingdom of God." Did not he take note of that person? II. He is honoured by the increase of His subjects. NRS  Romans 16:12 Greet those workers in the Lord, Tryphaena and Tryphosa. It is a new life in Christ Who now lives in you to be your life (see note Colossians 3:4-note). III. 3 Greete Priscilla and Aquila, my helpers in Christ Iesus: 4 (Who haue for my life laid downe their owne neckes: vnto whome not onely I giue thankes, but also all the Churches of the Gentiles.) Persis doubtless received her name from her native land of Persia. First fruits is related to the Jewish term that refers to that which is set apart to God before remainder could be used. The minister is to preach the gospel, not for filthy lucre; but then, they who are taught must communicate to him who teacheth, so that he may wait on his teaching without distraction. I knew a person who when he began his work had but one person to sit at his feet. There are many young women whose lives are absolutely wasted, who are utterly wretched and miserable, for want of something to do. (1) This is the command of Christ. As an imitation of Christ. (Romans 16), A Heart Full Of People - Paul's letter to the Romans is considered the theological centerpiece of the New Testament. 7 Greet Andronicus and Junia, my kinsmen and my fellow prisoners. Lathrop, D.D.The firstfruits under the law were an offering made to God of the first ripe fruits before the harvest was begun. The work described by kopiao was left one so weary it was as if the person had taken a beating. "Seek first the kingdom of God." This will never be required. THIS FORWARDNESS IS COMMENDABLE.1. Be faithful in your service. Workers (2872) (kopiao from kopos = labor, fatigue) This root word kopos (see word study) is used in secular Greek of “a beating,” “weariness” (as though one had been beaten) and “exertion,” was the proper word for physical tiredness induced by work, exertion or heat. Greet those who are of the household of Aristobulus. Romans 16:5 Parallel. Epaenetus professed the religion of the gospel when all around him were in a different sentiment and practice.4. (2) This is the direction of the apostle. NLT  Romans 16:5 Also give my greetings to the church that meets in their home.Greet my dear friend Epenetus. The Greek phrase says only “of Aristobulus,” the word household being implied. In each instance sunergos conveys the idea of an affectionate partnership and not merely that of an impersonal, official relationship. THIS FORWARDNESS IS COMMENDABLE.1. Note that Paul uses the perfect tense ("were") to indicate that they were at the time of writing still in Christ. GNT  Romans 16:10 ἀσπάσασθε Ἀπελλῆν τὸν δόκιμον ἐν Χριστῷ. As it is honourable to Christ, To Him belong the firstfruits of your lives. Lightfoot says that kopiao "is used especially of the labor undergone by the athlete in his training. An open profession of it, and a diligent attendance on the means of it.3. Did not he take note of that person? Regard what belongs to your master or your mistress with as much care as if it were your own. He is honoured by the increase of His subjects. Because it is in the highest degree rational. Browse Sermons on Romans 16:5. ALSO GREET THE CHURCH THAT IS IN THEIR HOUSE: kai ten kat oikon auton ekklesiai: Greet (in aorist imperative = salute, embrace, pay respects) (782)(aspazomai from a + spao = draw out as a sword, pull, breathe) means to enfold in arms, to welcome, to embrace. If you are teaching them, seek to communicate to their youthful minds all the good principles that you can. 3. KJV Romans 16:5 Likewise greet the church that is in their house. 1. This combination of commitment to truth and compassion for people is the hallmark of everyone who, like Paul, reflects the mind and heart of Christ. Apostle retain personal names and number we do not know family members, servants, or both we are the. 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