But now, with no further place for me in these regions, I desire, as I have for many years, to come to you
Now after these things had been accomplished, Paul resolved in the Spirit to go through Macedonia and Achaia and then to go on to Jerusalem. He said, “After I have gone there, I must also see Rome.”
and I know that when I come to you I will come in the fullness of the blessing of Christ.
so that by God’s will I may come to you with joy and be refreshed in your company.
Night and day we pray most earnestly that we may see you face to face and restore whatever is lacking in your faith.
Recalling your tears, I long to see you so that I may be filled with joy.