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Romans 15:20

King James Version (KJV)

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— D.L. Moody

Romans 15:20

Verse 20 of 33

Scripture focus

Yea, so have I strived to preach the gospel, not where Christ was named, lest I should build upon another man’s foundation:

Romans 15:20 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Romans 15:20

Theological / Devotional

Have I strived. Gr. philotimeomai, “to make it one’s ambition,” “to strive eagerly.” Philotimeomai is translated “labour” in 2 Cor. 5:9, and “study” in 1 Thess. 4:11.

Named. Paul sought to avoid preaching in places where men had already been taught to believe in Christ and to call upon His name in public confession and worship.

Another man’s foundation. Compare 1 Cor. 3:10; 2 Cor. 10:15, 16. Paul considered it his calling and duty to engage in pioneering work.

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