Bible Strands
Romans 15:30
Now I urge you, brothers, by our Lord Jesus Christ and by the love of the Spirit, to join me in my struggle by praying to God for me.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Paul addresses the Roman believers while concluding his letter, positioned between his prediction of a blessed visit and his specific request for deliverance from Judean unbelievers. He speaks as the apostle to the Gentiles, writing to fellow Christians at the threshold of his Jerusalem mission.
The words — The passage opens with παρακαλῶ (Parakalō), literally "I exhort" or "I urge," which grounds the verse in a formal appeal. The particle δέ (de) translates as "now," marking a structural pivot from theological instruction to direct request.
The thread — The text frames prayer as shared labor in spiritual conflict, matching the intercessory patterns recorded in Colossians 4:12 and 2 Corinthians 1:11. Paul treats the believers' prayers as active participation in his ministry rather than a distant spiritual favor.
Why it lands — The verse requires the reader to engage in specific, unified prayer for the apostle's safety and the acceptance of his offering. It establishes intercession as a concrete duty tied to gospel advancement, demanding immediate alignment with the work described in the surrounding context.
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The Greek words
King James Version
Now I beseech you, brethren, for the Lord Jesus Christ’s sake, and for the love of the Spirit, that ye strive together with me in your prayers to God for me;
Cross-references
- Colossians 4:12 Epaphras, who is one of you and a servant of Christ Jesus, sends you greetings. He is always wrestling in prayer for you, so that you may stand mature and fully assured in the full will of God.
- 2 Corinthians 1:11 as you help us by your prayers. Then many will give thanks on our behalf for the favor shown us in answer to their prayers.
- 2 Corinthians 4:11 For we who are alive are always consigned to death for Jesus’ sake, so that the life of Jesus may also be revealed in our mortal body.
- Philippians 2:1 Therefore if you have any encouragement in Christ, if any comfort from His love, if any fellowship with the Spirit, if any affection and compassion,
- 1 Thessalonians 5:25 Brothers, pray for us as well.
- Genesis 32:24 So Jacob was left all alone, and there a man wrestled with him until daybreak.
- 2 Thessalonians 3:1 Finally, brothers, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may spread quickly and be held in honor, just as it was with you.
- 2 Corinthians 4:5 For we do not proclaim ourselves, but Jesus Christ as Lord, and ourselves as your servants for Jesus’ sake.
- Colossians 1:8 and who also informed us of your love in the Spirit.
- Colossians 2:1 For I want you to know how much I am struggling for you and for those at Laodicea, and for all who have not met me face to face,