Romans 15:17 - An Understandable Version (2005 edition)17 Therefore, as I have fellowship with Christ Jesus, I am proud of my service to God. Ver CapítuloMás versionesKing James Version (Oxford) 176917 I have therefore whereof I may glory through Jesus Christ in those things which pertain to God. Ver CapítuloAmplified Bible - Classic Edition17 In Christ Jesus, then, I have legitimate reason to glory (exult) in my work for God [in what through Christ Jesus I have accomplished concerning the things of God]. Ver CapítuloAmerican Standard Version (1901)17 I have therefore my glorying in Christ Jesus in things pertaining to God. Ver CapítuloCommon English Bible17 So in Christ Jesus I brag about things that have to do with God. Ver CapítuloCatholic Public Domain Version17 Therefore, I have glory in Christ Jesus before God. Ver Capítulo |
For we [Christians] are the [true] circumcision [i.e., the real “Jews” in God’s eyes. See Rom. 2:28-29]. We worship by means of God’s Holy Spirit [i.e., are empowered and motivated by the Holy Spirit], and boast in [the person and work of] Christ Jesus, and [we] place no confidence in the flesh [i.e., in any outward ritual or status for salvation].
So, for this reason, He had to become like His brothers in every way [i.e., except that He never sinned], so that He could become a merciful and faithful Head Priest in things related to God’s [service], [and] that He could provide a means of purifying [Lev. 16:30] for people’s sins [i.e., a “covering over” or forgiveness of them].