What does Romans 15:7 mean? (2024)

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ESVTherefore welcome one another as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God.

NIVAccept one another, then, just as Christ accepted you, in order to bring praise to God.

NASBTherefore, accept one another, just as Christ also accepted us, for the glory of God.

CSBTherefore welcome one another, just as Christ also welcomed you, to the glory of God.

NLTTherefore, accept each other just as Christ has accepted you so that God will be given glory.

KJVWherefore receive ye one another, as Christ also received us to the glory of God.

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Paul has prayed for the unity and harmony of the church in Rome. Now he instructs them one more time to welcome each other as Christ has welcomed them. This is not merely a nice-sounding phrase to tack on the wall. Paul is commanding believers to fully accept and include other Christians in community with themselves, including those who disagree strongly about what is and is not permitted (Romans 14:1–2; 14:20–21). He is commanding them to set their Christ-won freedoms aside, if necessary, to build up the church (Romans 14:13).

Why would they do this? In the end, it is all to add to God's glory. Put negatively, a refusal to welcome Christians who disagree with my convictions will keep me from participating in bringing glory to God. It will keep me from achieving the very purpose of my life. Acting as if my own convictions are beyond doubt—as if I were infallible or beyond reproach—makes it difficult for me to appreciate God's holiness and majesty, let alone my own role in the body of Christ.

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Absolutely! I can certainly help with that. I'm well-versed in the Bible and its various translations. The passage you've provided is from Romans 15:7, and it's fascinating how different translations capture the essence of the original text.

Each version aims to balance between accuracy and readability, which often leads to subtle differences in wording. For instance, the ESV (English Standard Version) aims for a more formal equivalence translation, seeking to stick closely to the original languages, while the NIV (New International Version) leans towards dynamic equivalence, emphasizing readability without sacrificing accuracy.

This excerpt from Romans 15:7 emphasizes the importance of accepting one another within the Christian community, mirroring Christ's acceptance of believers. Paul encourages unity and inclusion, even among those with differing convictions, for the greater purpose of glorifying God.

This passage ties into broader biblical themes found across these books:

Unity and Inclusion: Highlighted in Romans, the concept of unity among believers despite differences in convictions or practices.
Christ's Example: Emphasized in the Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, John) regarding Christ's acceptance and inclusion of diverse individuals during his ministry.
Building the Church: Seen in various epistles (1 Corinthians, 2 Corinthians, Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, etc.), where Paul and others stress the importance of building a strong and unified church.

The broader context of this verse emphasizes humility, sacrifice, and a focus on the greater good of the Christian community. It's a call to set aside personal preferences for the sake of unity and the glorification of God.

As for the Gospel, it's the core message of Christianity—centered around the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, emphasizing salvation through faith in Him. This message is intricately woven throughout these books, serving as the foundation of Christian belief and practice.