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Romans 1:16 – For I am not ashamed of this Good News about Christ. It is the power of God at work, saving everyone who believes…

Faithfulness is not flashy, but it is essential. 

Romans 16:1 – I commend to you our sister Phoebe, who is a deacon in the church in Cenchrea. 

Romans 16:2 – Welcome her in the Lord as one who is worthy of honor among God’s people. Help her in whatever she needs, for she has been helpful to many, and especially to me.

Romans 16:3-4 – Give my greetings to Priscilla and Aquila, my co-workers in the ministry of Christ Jesus. 4 In fact, they once risked their lives for me. I am thankful to them, and so are all the Gentile churches. 

Reflections from Romans 16: The strength of the church isn’t in its structure, it’s in its people.

Romans 16:17–18 – And now I make one more appeal, my dear brothers and sisters. Watch out for people who cause divisions and upset people’s faith by teaching things contrary to what you have been taught. Stay away from them. 18 Such people are not serving Christ our Lord; they are serving their own personal interests. By smooth talk and glowing words they deceive innocent people. 

Reflections from Romans 16: Unity is not optional: it’s a mark of maturity.

Romans 16:19–20 – But everyone knows that you are obedient to the Lord. This makes me very happy. I want you to be wise in doing right and to stay innocent of any wrong. 20 The God of peace will soon crush Satan under your feet. May the grace of our Lord Jesus be with you.

Romans 16:21–23 – Timothy, my fellow worker, sends you his greetings, as do Lucius, Jason, and Sosipater, my fellow Jews. 22 I, Tertius, the one writing this letter for Paul, send my greetings, too, as one of the Lord’s followers. 23 Gaius says hello to you. He is my host and also serves as host to the whole church. Erastus, the city treasurer, sends you his greetings, and so does our brother Quartus.

Romans 16:25-27 – Now all glory to God, who is able to make you strong, just as my Good News says. This message about Jesus Christ has revealed his plan for you Gentiles, a plan kept secret from the beginning of time.26 But now as the prophets foretold and as the eternal God has commanded, this message is made known to all Gentiles everywhere, so that they too might believe and obey him. 27 All glory to the only wise God, through Jesus Christ, forever. Amen.

Reflections from Romans 16: Finishing well is about faithfulness, not fame.

NEXT STEPS

1. Reach out to a faithful follower of Christ

This week, contact someone in the Bethany family who’s been faithful. Thank them Encourage them. Walk with them

2. Renew your Resolve to Finish Well

• Re-center your priorities
• Stay rooted in Scripture and Prayer
• Fix your Eyes on Jesus